About
Employer description
Plumbase is the UK's largest local plumbing supplier, catering to both trade customers and the general public.
They are a national plumbers’ merchant that supplies a wide range of products including heating, plumbing, bathrooms, showers, andboiler spares, working closely with leading manufacturers to offer high-quality products at competitive prices.
We are looking to recruit an apprentice to work at our outlet in Bury St Edmunds
Main description
What You’ll Do
• Serve trade and retail customers at the counter and by phone
• Help pick and pack orders accurately and efficiently
• Receive and manage deliveries
• Keep the warehouse organised and safe
• Learn product knowledge and technical basics
• Support sales, logistics, and customer service as part of the wider site team
Training to be provided
With structured training and on-the-job coaching, you’ll cover:
• Sales and customer service in a trade environment
• Stock control, warehousing, and logistics
• Product knowledge across plumbing and heating
• Commercial thinking, teamwork, and operations
• Environmental awareness, legislation, and sustainability
Personal skills
• Motivated, dependable, and ready to learn by doing
• Enjoy working with people and delivering great service
• Like physical, hands-on work in a fast-paced environment
• Curious about how businesses run and grow
• Looking for long-term opportunity - not just a short-term job
How to apply
Email callum.bamber@ukps.com with your CV
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 25/11/2025
Salary
£7.95ph rising to £8.75ph after 6 months and living wage after 12 months
Location
This job is located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
More Information
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
