Apprenticeship Description

Warehouse Operatives work in a variety of warehouse environments. They are required to safely use a range of equipment, machinery and vehicles, as relevant to their role and setting.

This could include mechanical racking systems, materials handling equipment (MHE) or fork lift trucks. Warehouse Operatives communicate with a wide range of people and customers. They have a passion to meet customers’ expectations by providing a quality service that encourages repeat business. Individuals in this role are highly competent in using industry – recognised systems and associated services (eg Traffic/Warehouse Management Systems) and will be able to work under pressure to tight deadlines. A Warehouse Operative will often be required to be flexible and work shifts including 4-on-4-off, days, nights, evenings and weekends.

Units Include:

• Safe and controlled driving and/or operating techniques relating to materials handling equipment
• The environmental impact of the industry and how it can be minimised
• Safe use of equipment and machinery
• How to use warehouse systems and processes relating to packaging, moving and receiving stock
• How to use relevant IT, technology and systems
• The structure of the industry
• Operate at least one vehicle effectively and efficiently
• Manage waste effectively
• Use correct equipment and procedures to record receiving or storing goods
• Use and position vehicle fitted equipment