Apprentice at Huws Gray Ridgeons Ltd

About the job

• The Huws Gray Group has grown to become one of the largest independent Builders Merchants in the UK. Our ambitious growth plans have taken us from a single branch of five colleagues in Anglesey and we now operate out of over 100 branches nationwide with over 1,800 colleagues. Our journey doesn’t end there, as we continue to travel on an exciting path of growth and remain passionate about our people. We are committed to supporting every branch and colleague to be the best they possibly can be.
• That’s why we are embarking on an exciting new journey and are looking for motivated individuals to come and join The Huws Gray Merchant Apprenticeship Programme (MAP). We’re committed to giving young people an opportunity to join our business and explore the many rewarding career paths that we have to offer.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for individuals aged 18+ to join our business nationwide. If you are based in any of the following locations and are looking to join a company where you can build a career and have the ambition to develop towards a leadership role, we want to hear from you!

• Our Branch Network Is Spread Across
• East of England
• East Midlands
• West Midlands
• Wales
• North West
• Yorkshire and the Humber
• Who are we looking for?

Are You

• Motivated and determined to become a ‘Huws Gray Leader of the Future’.
• Interested in learning about the Builders Merchant industry
• A team player with good communication skills
• Keen to learn and develop
• Numerate and literate
• A driver with a full clean driving licence and access to a car

What is on offer?

• The Merchant Apprenticeship Programme is a comprehensive two-year training programme aimed at giving you a broad understanding of our business. Over the course of those two years you will spend time at a number of branches in your area (overnight stays may be necessary but expenses will be covered), this branch rotation will give you a fantastic opportunity to learn about the workings of a merchant branch (big and small) and our timber processing plants. In addition to this you have the opportunity to be enrolled in a relevant apprenticeship qualification (subject to funding approval).
• During the two-year programme you will spend time with our support functions where you will learn about Human Resources, Transport, IT, Marketing, Credit Control and Purchasing.

We will fully support you as you gain an understanding of our exciting industry, offering work experience and training in:

• First-class customer service
• Sales techniques
• Product knowledge
• Forklift driving
• Team building
• Plumbing & Heating/Kitchen and Bathroom Showrooms
• Warehouse, Yard and Trade Counter
• Timber processing operations
• Plus
• Spend time with our Drivers & Transport function
• Manufacture and Supplier training courses
• We are fully committed to aiding your professional and personal development and your Huws Gray Mentor will be there to coach and support you along your journey.

What do you get from The Huws Gray MAP?

• In return for your commitment, passion, and drive, we will reward you with the following:
• 45 hour working week including Saturday working dependant on your current placement.
• Paid and protected study time
• Competitive rate of pay: £18,000 per annum
• 24 days annual leave in addition to recognised public and bank holidays
• Company attendance and performance bonuses
• Death in service benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - supporting your health and wellbeing
• Career progression and personal development opportunities
• Being part of a “team” as opposed to just being a number
• Staff discounts on items purchased from any of our nationwide branches
• Enjoying rewards such as team building and social events

What happens at the end of the MAP programme?

• This really is up to you! With a growing business, there are always opportunities available. The Merchant Apprenticeship Programme allows you to gain a wide experience of the roles available. Your skills and aspirations will help us determine where you might fit in to our growing business.

How do I apply?

It’s simple, using the link below, we would like you to complete the application form and send us your C.V.

Closing date for applications is Friday 23rd July.