Warehouse Operative Apprentice

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Warehouse Apprentice to join a busy Warehouse team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in warehousing, third party logistics, pallet distribution and outsourced transportation while studying towards a Level 2 Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship.

You will be supported by experienced colleagues and mentors who will guide you through day-to-day operations in a fast-paced, family run business.

Key responsibilities include:

Using equipment to move products Operating a warehouse management system for tracking Maintaining a safe and tidy work area Adhering to environmental and security procedures Goods handling: Receive, unload, store, pick, pack, and dispatch products efficiently and safely Equipment operation: Safely use various equipment and vehicles to move, handle, and transport goods IT and technology: Operate warehouse management systems, data capture devices, radio, and barcoding systems to process goods accurately Packaging: Select, prepare, and use packaging materials that are appropriate, efficient, and minimise waste Maintaining general housekeeping duties, including cleanliness and tidiness in compliance with Health & Safety guidelines Stock management: Support stock-taking activities and follow procedures for managing stock and resources Compliance: Comply with all health, safety, security, and environmental regulations, including GDPR and cyber security protocols Communication: Engage with customers in a courteous, professional, and knowledgeable manner and communicate effectively with colleagues and managers
 

Behaviours and personal attributes:

Integrity and ownership: Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and a positive attitude while taking ownership of your performance and training Teamwork: Work effectively as part of a team - support an inclusive workplace for example, being respectful of different views, adapting to changes, working to deadlines and a good communicator Proactive learning: Show a keen interest in the industry and proactively drive your own learning and development Problem-solving: Identify and escalate problems that are beyond your direct responsibility

Program structure

Duration: The apprenticeship lasts 15 months, and is full time Training: At least six hours per week is spent on off-the-job training Assessment: The program is assessed through observations, work-based evidence, and discussions with your manager End-point assessment: At the end of the program, you will need to demonstrate that you have acquired the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviours

We are looking for people with the following qualities who want to learn new skills in a warehouse environment:

Excellent attention to detail Ability to work autonomously and use own initiative Strong communication skills Effective planning and organising abilities Capability to prioritise and manage own workload effectively A strong desire for continuous personal and professional development The right to work in the UK and related evidence
 

About Us

P F Whitehead Transport Services Ltd is a family run company, started by Peter Whitehead in 1963 with a single van. By the end of the decade, we had grown to thirty. Now in the second generation and based in the South London / Croydon borders. Owning a 5-acre site within excess of 250,000 square feet of internal storage and have the capacity to store over 20,000 pallets. Proud to have an extensive list of both well-known and growing clients, many of whom have been with us for decades too.

Training:

Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2.

You will be supported by experienced colleagues and mentors who will guide you through day-to-day operations in a fast-paced, family run business.

Training Outcome:

After completion of the apprenticeship and you have completed and passed all the necessary qualifications you may be offered a job subject to the Warehouse Managers discretion.

Employer Description:
Family-owned and run since 1963, Chairman, Peter Whitehead, founded the company with a single van. By the end of the decade they had grown to 30.

Working Hours :
Full-time Monday - Friday 8am - 3pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Ability to work autonomously,Prioritise and manage own work,Desire for improvement,Eager to learn,Planning ability