Warehouse / Stores Operational Apprentice

Company	VeoliaSee more
Address	Brownhills, Fife
Salary	Permanent, Full-time, Apprenticeship
Category	Logistics & Warehouse

Job description

Salary: £21,174 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Location: Unit 6, Maybrook Road Ind Est, Brownhills, Walsall, WS8 7DG

Programme Duration: 15 months

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone.

Our apprenticeship scheme puts you at the forefront of Ecological Transformation, contributing towards our purpose of protecting the planet’s natural resources, while supporting the communities we work in.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment in small and big ways, and contribute towards our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

- 22 days of annual leave +Bank holidays

- Access to our People’s pension scheme

- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

- Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

- 24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household

- Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers

- One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community

Apprenticeship Programme;

During this programme, we'll help you to develop your practical and behavioural skills and support you in gaining the technical and professional knowledge required for you to succeed in your career.

As well as this, you’ll also gain qualifications in Level 2 Warehousing Certificate and health and safety certificates.

With many of our colleagues starting as apprentices, you’ll receive full support and guidance from everyone throughout.

By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll have received industry-standard training and attained qualifications that will enable you to progress and reach your full potential.

What you'll be doing;

- Assist the Storeperson in maintaining adequate stock levels of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), tools and equipment.

- Manage all goods delivered to the site together with offloading and storage

- Check stock and maintain appropriate stock levels to support the safe and smooth running of operations

- Maintain good workshop housekeeping at all times.

- Ensure purchase orders and requisitions are raised following the correct company procedure.

- Participate in the Veolia Emergency Response duty rota system as and when required.

- Ensure Health and Safety are adhered to within the IS stores and immediate area.

- Check the security of IS buildings, including the security of vehicles parked in the yard overnight.

- Thoroughly inspect equipment before and after each use including breathing apparatus, working-at-height equipment, electrical equipment, PPE, High-Pressure Water jetting equipment and any other stores for the specific job.

- Ensuring all plant and equipment are fit for use and any maintenance or repairs that are required are carried out in a safe manner.

What we're looking for;

- A minimum of 4 GCSEs Grade 4/C (or equivalent) achieved or predicted, including Maths & English

- The ability to work in a team is essential as is a rigorous application of Health and Safety standards and a positive safety influence in everything you do.

- Ability to work on your own initiative when required.

- Good problem-solving skills with the ability to handle difficult or unexpected situations as well as complex business challenges.

- A flexible approach towards work is required which includes the availability for our on-call rota.

- A full UK driving licence. Preferentially with experience driving on busy A roads and Motorways, driving vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes GVW.

- A meticulous eye for detail

- Good communication and interpersonal skills

- Good understanding of computers with some understanding of how to use Google Drive, G-Mail Google Sheets and Google Docs

What's next?

Before we can consider your application further, you'll need to complete a couple of short, gamified assessments. If you're successful following this, we’ll then invite you to one of our virtual assessment days and a site visit.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for 55+.

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

Here at Veolia, we’re proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

Please note that if a high number of quality applications are received, this vacancy may close early. To avoid disappointment, please apply with plenty of time before the stated advert closing date.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Salary: From £21,174.00 per year

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