Job Opportunities in United Kingdom

Who are we?
Haldane Fisher are a leading timber and builder’s merchants and have a reputation for innovation and excellence within their field. The company believes in their people and strives to provide excellent and reliable service to their customers. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Apprentice Yard Operative within the team at our Newry Branch. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, energetic and have a willingness to learn and develop new skills that will equip them for a successful career within Haldane Fisher.
A look into the Apprenticeship Scheme
Working in a Customer facing, warehouse and yard environment, our apprentices will learn how a highly successful Builder’s Merchant operation works, gaining practical skills and experience within a warehouse/yard environment. You will gain training and relevant licences to operate manual handling equipment, counterbalance/forklifts. During your apprenticeship, you will complete a Level 2 NVQ certificate in Warehousing & storage with the opportunity to move on to a Level 3. The training will be delivered in-branch by 21 Training and will entail some short classroom training sessions in addition to on-the-job training.
As an Apprentice, you will spend time with the Operations Team and learn all aspects of the very varied job role including:

• Serve and advise customer including upselling
• Gain strong product knowledge
• Unload and store incoming goods.
• Pick and load customer orders.
• Assist Drivers with deliveries.
• Housekeeping in the Yard
• Ensure all health and safety procedures are adhered to.

Skills for Success What do I need to apply?

• Is committed and passionate about providing excellent customer service
• Is a Team Player, with a positive ‘Can Do’ attitude
• Is Hard Working and willing to Learn
• Has a keen interest in Timber and Building Materials
• Ideally have GCSE English and Maths (Grades A-C) or equivalent but, if not, we will help you gain Essential Skills with your Warehousing & Storage qualification.

The Reward
The impact you can make with Haldane Group goes far beyond your day to day. You will be part of a business that places our customers and communities at the heart of what we do. For any really ambitious managers to be, there is a clear career path for development from Yard to Branch Manager, so this is not just a job, it could be your future career!
What is on offer?
We recognise the hard work, flexibility, and commitment of our people by offering a very competitive pay and benefits package.
Closing date for the receipt of all completed applications is Friday 15th November 2024