This Work Placement Experience Programme provides Participants with an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience, learning and training while on the programme. This programme is for jobseekers who are in receipt of qualifying social welfare payments and those transferring from a social welfare scheme or an ETB Training Allowance. Your eligibility for this programme will be verified by the Department as part of the application process.
Job Description
Choice Stores, a rapidly growing retail company, is delighted to offer a Work Placement Experience Programme (WPEP) opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands on experience in a warehouse environment. You will be fully supervised, supported, and trained throughout your time with us.
What You Will Learn During the Placement
Pick, pack, and process customer orders accurately and efficiently
Load and unload delivery vehicles using safe lifting techniques
Maintain and organise stock inventory
Build safe and secure pallets
Check deliveries in and out of the warehouse
Follow Goods Receiving and Dispatching procedures
Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and (where appropriate) forklifts
Participate in routine stock checks and identify discrepancies
Work effectively as part of a warehouse teamFollow company policies, including health and safety guidelines
Role Description
This is a training and work experience opportunity; no prior experience in this role is necessary. Accredited and/or sector recognised training will be provided to support your placement. Participants are eligible to participate in the WPEP QQI Work Experience Module which was developed by the Education & Training Boards in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection. This optional module will fulfil your accredited training requirements for the WPEP.
Formal Training
WPEP QQI Work Experience Module
Manual Handling Certification
Health & Safety Awareness Training
Informal Training
Warehouse Operations Introduction Training
Safe use of warehouse tools and equipment
Understanding stock systems and basic inventory processes
Fire safety
Sector: wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Career Level
Not Required
Candidate Requirements
Essential
Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 0
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