Warehouse Operative Apprentice in Ipswich

Course provided: Supply Chain Warehouse Operative – Level 2

Are you a team player who loves learning by doing? Ready to kick-start a practical, hands‑on career in logistics? As a Warehouse Apprentice, you’ll earn while you learn, work with a supportive team, and pick up real industry skills that will set you up for an exciting future in one of the UK’s fastest‑growing sectors.

Join a Global Leader in Ventilation Solutions S&P UK Ventilation Systems Ltd is the UK Subsidiary of Soler & Palau Group, the world’s largest manufacturer of ventilation and air movement products. With over 35 years of experience serving UK markets from our base in Ipswich, Suffolk, we offer more than 10,000 products and accessories for commercial, industrial, residential, and OEM applications. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and customer service has earned us global recognition and continued growth in the ventilation industry.

Role Overview

As a Warehouse Operative Apprentice, you will gain hands‑on experience across all core areas of warehouse operations. You’ll work as part of a busy warehouse team responsible for the safe receipt, movement, storage, and dispatch of ventilation products and components. Throughout the apprenticeship, you will develop practical skills, technical knowledge, and professional behaviours required to achieve your Level 2 qualification in Supply Chain Warehouse Operative and progress in the logistics sector. There will be opportunities for further training and career progression as you develop in your role, with hands‑on mentoring from experienced warehouse staff and additional training provided to help you continuously improve your skills and stay up to date with safety standards and warehouse protocols.

Job responsibilities and duties:

• Receiving & Checking Deliveries: Carefully unload deliveries from supplier vehicles and ensure all goods match the accompanying delivery manifest. Check quantities, product codes, and condition of items, reporting any discrepancies, damages, or missing products to the Warehouse Supervisor promptly. Accurately book all items into the warehouse management system to ensure stock levels are up to date.
• Prioritising Incoming Orders for Dispatch: Organise and prioritise received items daily so they can be processed efficiently for consignment building and outbound dispatch. Work closely with the warehouse team to ensure time‑critical orders are identified and prepared first, supporting smooth logistics operations. Assist with organising workflow so stock moves through the warehouse quickly and accurately.
• Picking, Packing & Preparing Orders: Pick items from designated storage locations using correct picking methods and equipment. Pack goods securely and professionally to ensure they arrive at their destination in excellent condition. Follow packing guidelines that consider product fragility, weight, and transport method. Ensure all consignments are labelled correctly and prepared for dispatch using the most cost‑effective and timely shipping methods.
• Safe Storage of Goods: Store stock safely and in accordance with warehouse layout plans, racking systems, and safety procedures. Ensure items are placed in the correct locations to maintain accurate stock records and support efficient picking. Keep stock areas tidy, organised, and compliant with health and safety guidelines.
• Loading & Unloading Vehicles: Assist with the safe loading of outgoing delivery trucks, ensuring pallets and parcels are stable, secure, and loaded in the correct route order. Unload incoming vehicles efficiently, ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times. Work with drivers and warehouse colleagues to keep turnaround times smooth and efficient.

Requirements:

First job? Career change? No experience? You’re exactly who we’re looking for! Join us and we’ll teach you everything you need to know, from warehouse basics to logistics smarts. Depending on your age and previous qualifications, you may need to complete Maths and/or English as part of your apprenticeship. If you are under 19 and haven’t yet achieved these qualifications, you’ll study them during your programme, as required by government guidelines. For apprentices aged 19 and over, these qualifications may be optional based on your individual situation. We anticipate interviewing candidates during April 2026.

Why Join S&P UK Ventilation Systems?

At S&P UK, we’re more than a global leader in ventilation, we’re a team driven by innovation, collaboration, and a shared mission to help people and places breathe better. We believe in supporting our people inside and outside of work, offering benefits that make a real difference, including:

• Enhanced pension scheme (1% employee contribution, 8% employer contribution)
• Private medical cover and life insurance
• Dental and wellbeing plans
• One paid volunteer day each year to give back to your community
• Discounts and savings through BenefitsHub and TechScheme
• Social and charity events throughout the year

At S&P UK, we get the job done, we work better together, and we value the quality of our reputation. If you want to learn more about life at S&P UK Ventilation Systems please follow our LinkedIn page! If you have any further questions about this role please contact the HR team at recruitment.uk@solerpalau.com.