Material Handler Apprentice
DENNIS EAGLE LIMITED
Warwickshire (CV34 6TE)
Closes in 31 days (Monday 10 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 9 July 2026
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Summary
As a Material Handler Apprentice, you will build practical, hands-on experience across all aspects of warehouse operations, from receiving and checking deliveries to storing stock, picking and packing orders, preparing goods for dispatch, maintaining accurate records, and keeping the workspace clean and organised.
- Wage
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£16,661.84 a year
- Training course
- Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)
- Hours
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37hours per week, 06:30-16:00 Monday to Thursday However,
(hours reduced to 32hours per week, 07:00 and 15:30 Monday to Thursday if candidate is under 18 years of age).
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 11 August 2026
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- You will be working towards the Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 standard.
- To engage in formal training and education over a defined period and return to the workforce to shadow and learn from mentors and colleagues.
- Complete exams and assignments and ensure all assignment work is completed in a timely manner and to a high standard.
- All actions to meet the correct standard of quality in line with BS EN ISO 9001 and to ensure the environmental standard ISO14001 have been achieved.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Attend learning sessions to complete the Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 standard.
- Prepare for and complete the End Point Assessment
- Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, safe workspace.
- Accurately complete job records, training logs, and documentation.
- Commitment to uphold the company values whilst working in a fast-paced environment.
- Health & safety compliance.
Where you'll work
Heathcote Way
Heathcote Industrial Estate
Warwick
Warwickshire
CV34 6TE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
INTEC BUSINESS COLLEGES LIMITED
Training course
Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Conduct risk assessments within the working environment.
- Apply safe working practices in line with associated health and safety legislation and company policy.
- Receive products in line with organisational procedures.
- Store and pick products in line with organisational procedures.
- Dispatch products in line with organisational procedures.
- Decant, pack products in line with organisational procedures.
- Communicate with others verbally, for example internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers.
- Communicate in writing with others, for example internal and external customers, colleagues and managers.
- Load and unload products, considering the product that is to be moved and its current and planned destination.
- Use tools and equipment to aid in product handling.
- Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
- Locate and use operational information, electronic or paper based, required to fulfil contractual requirements.
- Select, prepare, and use packaging materials that reduce waste and mitigate environmental impacts.
- support under instruction scheduled and unscheduled stock taking activities relevant to the organisation and product.
- Identify and escalate problems beyond own responsibility.
- Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
- Follow equity, diversity and inclusion rules.
- Carry out and record learning and development activities.
- Conducts handover activities.
- Conduct risk assessments within the working environment.
- Apply safe working practices in line with associated health and safety legislation and company policy.
- Receive products in line with organisational procedures.
- Store and pick products in line with organisational procedures.
- Dispatch products in line with organisational procedures.
- Decant, pack products in line with organisational procedures.
- Communicate with others verbally, for example internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers.
- Communicate in writing with others, for example internal and external customers, colleagues and managers.
- Load and unload products, considering the product that is to be moved and its current and planned destination.
- Use tools and equipment to aid in product handling.
- Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
- Locate and use operational information, electronic or paper based, required to fulfil contractual requirements.
- Select, prepare, and use packaging materials that reduce waste and mitigate environmental impacts.
- support under instruction scheduled and unscheduled stock taking activities relevant to the organisation and product.
- Identify and escalate problems beyond own responsibility.
- Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
- Follow equity, diversity and inclusion rules.
- Carry out and record learning and development activities.
- Conducts handover activities.
Training schedule
- Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2
- End Point Assessment
- Work-Based Training
- Monthly Tutor/Assessor Sessions, some online and some face-to-face in the workplace
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Any other (grade 9-3 (A*-D))
- English (grade 9-3 (A*-D))
- Mathematics (grade 9-3 (A*-D))
- Science (grade 9-3 (A*-D))
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Physical fitness
- Record keeping ability
- Time-Keeping & Punctuality
- Commitment to succeed
- Problem-solving abilities
- Occasional heavy lifting
Other requirements
- Knowledge of Dennis Eagle and what we do is essential
- Interested in working in an engineering / retail environment
- Work experience in a similar company or industry is preferred
- Minimum of four GCSEs at grade D/3 or equivalent, including mathematics, English, and science, is essential to be considered for this position
- Evidence of working in a team environment is desirable
- Ability to communicate with others effectively is essential
- Capable of documenting information and recording activities/plans is essential
- A logical approach to problem-solving is essential
- Good timekeeper who understands the commitment necessary to succeed is essential
- An enthusiasm to learn new skills is essential
- Occasional heavy lifting is required and essential
- Ability to fulfil hours of training and work is essential
- Familiarity with computer basics operations (i.e., MS Excel, MS Word) is essential
About this employer
At Dennis Eagle, we combine over a century of trusted expertise and experience with a focus on innovation, reliability and sustainability to deliver industry-leading waste management solutions.
Leading UK manufacturer, producing high-quality and safety-first refuse collection vehicles worldwide
Putting customers at the heart of everything we do since 1895, with a passionate commitment to best-in-class support
Developing cutting-edge, environmentally conscious refuse collection solutions to meet the evolving needs of our clients
Our pioneering range of products is built to create cleaner, more efficient, and safer environments in the communities you serve, now and in the future.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
A permanent position may be offered upon successful completion of this apprenticeship for the right candidate.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
INTEC BUSINESS COLLEGES LIMITED
Linsay Narborough
linsay.narborough@intecbusinesscolleges.co.uk
01788514276
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000041702.
Apply now
Closes in 31 days (Monday 10 August 2026 at 11:59pm)