Apprentice Warehouse Operative – Canning Town

About the role

Join Howdens Joinery as an Apprentice Warehouse Operative and start a career that can lead to sales, depot leadership, or other business development roles. You’ll work at the Canning Town depot, learning the fundamentals of supply‑chain and warehouse operations while earning a competitive apprenticeship salary.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and organise stock within a busy depot environment.
• Support the receipt and dispatch of goods, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness and hygiene throughout the warehouse.
• Build relationships with internal teams and external customers, providing excellent service.
• Develop confidence and competence in a fast‑paced logistics setting.

Required profile

• Positive attitude and strong potential – no prior experience required.
• Friendly, confident when dealing with people and eager to learn.
• Reliable, organised and committed to a long‑term career.

Required skills

What we offer

• Apprenticeship salary of £16,686 per year plus team incentives.
• Level 2 Supply Chain Warehouse Operative qualification (12‑15 months).
• Support to achieve Maths & English qualifications if needed.
• Dedicated mentor and supportive depot manager.
• Staff discount, pension scheme and paid holidays.