Job Description

About the role

Apprentice - Depot Compliance & Safety

Salary: 25,000

Location: Chepstow, NP16 6UD

Make our journey your journey.

Are you ready to start your career in a role where no two days are the same? Do you want to learn, grow, and make a real impact in keeping people safe and operations running smoothly? Join us as our

Assistant Depot Services Manager Apprentice

and begin your journey in health, safety, compliance, and facilities management.



This is more than just an apprenticeship - it's your chance to be part of a team that keeps our depot and our people safe! We'll give you the skills, support, and opportunities to succeed, while you bring your curiosity, energy, and fresh ideas.

What you'll be doing (with our support every step of the way):

Helping review and improve our ways of working - making your mark by spotting opportunities for positive change. Delivering and supporting health, safety, environment, and food standards inductions - guiding new starters on their own journeys. Working with contractors on-site (like waste management and environmental services). Supporting the depot team with compliance issues - solving problems quickly and knowing when to escalate. Carrying out essential safety checks - from fire alarms and emergency lighting to cleaning schedules and PPE. Monitoring warehouse conditions and storage temperatures to keep everything running safely and smoothly. Preparing reports for the management team on training and compliance - helping keep us on track.

What we're looking for:

Enthusiasm and a positive attitude - someone eager to learn and grow. Great communication skills and a willingness to engage with people. An eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving. A real interest in health, safety, and compliance - and a passion for keeping people safe.

What's in it for you?

A structured apprenticeship programme giving you valuable qualifications. Hands-on training from experienced colleagues who'll support you every step of the way. A chance to make a real difference in a fast-moving, dynamic environment. The opportunity to shape your future career - with pathways to progress once you've completed your apprenticeship.

This is your journey. Your growth, your future, your opportunity. Make it with us.

About us

Our journey began back in 1929. Since then, we've continued to build a strong and resilient business with a great future. It's why we believe we're the best foodservice provider in the country.

A journey that gives back

We want your career with us to be as rewarding as possible. So, you'll get lots in return for your hard work. That includes benefits that can support your wellbeing and financial security, and give you peace of mind.

The essentials

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as a minimum and the opportunity to buy more A pension - contribute 4% and we'll match you (after year 1, we'll match your contributions up to 6%). Life cover that you can increase. Access to confidential support and counselling, when you need it. A health plan that gives you money back on everyday medical costs for all the family, as well as access to a digital GP.

The extras

Exclusive range of high street discounts including cinema, tech, travel, fashion, food and drink. Get paid as you earn - access to up to 20% of your pay before payday. Opportunity to buy dental cover and critical illness cover.

We want everyone to join our journey

We're on a journey towards creating the best possible workplace. We've got some way to go, but we're building a diverse and caring workforce. One that's filled with forward-thinking people who each bring unique talents and skills. So whatever your life experience, we want you to join us - and you really can come as you are!