Hayley Dexis is looking for an Apprentice to join our team based at our Exeter or Plymouth locations.
Hayley Dexis is the largest independent distributor of engineering products and consumables (hydraulics, bearings, fasteners, fluid power, PPE, tools, lubricants etc) in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer, currently employing over 1,300 people who continue to be a cornerstone of our business and are fundamental to providing industry-leading customer service.
About the Apprentice opportunity
As an Apprentice working for Hayley Southwest, you’ll be based either from our Exeter Branch with some scope to travel to Bristol or from our location in Plymouth.
We are very open to candidates who are based around those localities who have a keen interest in developing a career with Hayley Group.
You will learn all aspects of who we are as a business, the products we supply and the services we offer.
This is a fantastic role where you’ll rotate around different teams and job roles such as warehousing, sales / trade counter, stock / stores management, sales administration and system learning.
We are looking for confident communicators who are willing to learn and happy to learn a wide range of skills that typically cover Brand life or Customer On-site operations.
You’ll have achieved your GCSEs (or above) or equivalent qualification to be at the right standard for this role.
Successful candidates will undertake an apprenticeship in Warehousing or Customer Service. The level of qualification will depend on what current level of qualification you have achieved already.
Study and coursework hours will be within the working day and the duration of our apprenticeships are typically 1 – 2 years. Candidates can expect regular meetings and catch ups with the course provider within working hours as well.
Sound like something you are interest in. We’d love to hear from you!
Working hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday (8am – 5pm)
This is based on-site Monday to Friday.
What we're looking for.
- A keen interest in learning about all aspect of Hayley operations to include warehousing, stores, administrative duties and sales
- GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
- Able to travel to work and based locally.
- Happy to travel to others branches across the regional – we will fully support you with this!
- No prior experience required—just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Logical thinking skills and keen attention to detail.
- Well-presented and enthusiastic about building a career.
Benefits:
- Competitive Apprenticeship Salary of £16,000
- Warehouse focused or Customer Service Apprenticeship Course to L2 or L3
- From 23 days annual leave (plus public/bank holidays) increased with length of service.
- In-house training provided through Hayley Inspire.
- Company pension
- Free Death in Service cover (x2 salary).
- Invitation to healthcare scheme.
- Wellness programmes.
- Uniform and PPE provided.
- Excellent opportunities and career prospects available.
The recruitment process
Process;
The closing date for this vacancy will be Sunday 3rd May. Please note we will close this advert early should a suitable candidate be found so please submit your interest as early as possible.
- In addition to your CV. Please submit a covering letter detailing why you are interested in this apprenticeship and what you can bring.
- Initial Screening – Ongoing throughout advertising window.
- Online Testing - TBC
- Teams / Video Interview with our Talent Acquisition Partner
- Face to face final stage interview
Interviews will be held at our Exeter or Plymouth offices.
Finally...
We know sometimes you might feel that you don't meet the criteria or have a question you would like to ask - we're here to help so please ask us! You can contact us here; (url removed)
We aim to get back to everyone that applies and are super keen to speak to talented people for upcoming positions.
Please inform our careers team if you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Click ‘apply’ now to become our Branch Apprentice and join the team in the South West!
