Walsall Works jobs

Job overview

The distribution centre provides Christmas stock to UK stores and fulfils customer online orders. The role includes picking and packing and is very light work.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Picking, Packing & Sorting Products 

There will be 2 shift systems. 8 hours and 12 hours. (includes weekends)

12 hour shifts are 4 days on 4 days off. 10am-10pm and nights 10pm to 10am (can stick to the same shift) 

8 hour shifts rotate so must be able to do both 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm although depending on availability may be able to stick to one shift.

Sunday working is rare for 8 hour shifts.  

There a no part time shifts 

Knowledge, qualifications and experience: 

• No experience needed 
• Must be 18+ 
• Must be able to stand for long periods. 
• Be able to read and write English 
• Be able to provide ID and right to work information 
• Able to do 8 or 12 hour shifts 

Salary

Pay rate for days is £11.44 per hour and night hour pay (10pm – 6am) paid at £11.93 per hour. Pay rates are for both Warehouse and FLT roles.  

Benefits

• Subsidised full canteen on site
• Overtime available
• Weekly monthly recognition scheme
• Regular Boots product goody bag, sales and special events
• For those who have their own transport a free onsite car park is available 

Transport

Pertemps will be running transport from Walsall (outside Bridle Court Jobcentre). Transport picks up 1 hour before the shift starts and brings them back to Walsall once the shift ends..

Customers download the Zeelo app on their phone to buy tickets (this is not NX bus), paper tickets can also be used if printed beforehand.

Special conditions

Boots actively recruits prison leavers so criminal records in the main are not a problem.

Location

Burton on Trent 

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply. 

Closing date

30 November 2024

Job overview

Supporting service users with personal care tasks such as washing, bathing, showering, dressing and using the toilet. Ensuring that people’s rights to dignity and privacy are respected at all times. 

Main duties and responsibilities

• Promoting health and well-being of service users encouraging a healthy diet and regular exercise liaising with other professionals to support medical needs.
• Supporting service users to attend appointments with doctors, dentists, physiotherapists and all other professionals.
• Following local safeguarding procedures to prevent report and record any type of abuse.
• Supporting individuals to look after their homes, and live within the community by assisting to complete tasks such as cleaning, shopping, laundry, preparing and cooking meals and maintaining their home.
• Understanding how people communicate and encouraging appropriate communication. Showing respect for an individual’s age, gender, ethnic origin, religious and cultural background, encouraging choice and enabling empowerment. 

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

• Completing in house, face to face training and e-learning training and any other training identified by your manager, including attending courses at different venues.
• Following company policies and procedures and acting in a professional manner at all times.
• Participate in staff meetings, supervisions and induction programme and resident meetings.
• Support service user to maintain financial records and adhere to realistic budgets.
• Administer medication as instructed in the company policy and additional local authority policies and complete raining with external pharmacists.
• To work within health and safety guidelines and participate in manual handling training.
• All staff commit to training towards a accredited QCF level 2 or above. 

Salary

National minimum wage

Special conditions

Must be flexible in working days and time and available at weekends.

Location

Walsall

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply. 

Closing date

30 November 2024

Job overview

A clear focus on providing excellent customer service to guests. 

Main duties and responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests on arrival 
• Staff to describe menu items and provide recommendations including special dietary requests and details of allergies 
• Clean & set tables 
• Maintain bar stocks 
• Order processing with Kitchen colleagues and taking payments 
• Enforce strict sanitisation and hygiene regulations 
• Foster collaborative team working 

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

• Previous hospitality experience preferred 
• FOH Staff to be trained in drink preparations such as cocktails 
• Good communication skills 
• Good time management 
• Cleanlines

Salary

National minimum wage

Benefits

Meal on duty

Special conditions

Various shifts to cover 11.00am to 11.00pm including weekends 

Location

Central Walsall

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply. 

Closing date

30 November 2024

Job Overview

To construct and repair metal truck bodies and trailers according to specifications, using hand tools and power tools: Lays out dimensions on metal stock, such as sheet metal and angle iron, using square, rule, and punch.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Fits and assembles components, using hand tools and portable power tools, such as drill, riveter.   
• Measures and cuts woodstock and installs wood floors, interiors, insulations, and fixtures, using hand tools, such as hammer, file, screwdriver and power tools such as bandsaw and hand drill.  
• Installs electrical wiring for dome lights, taillights, brake lights, and other equipment according to specified procedures.  
• May spray or brush paint, primer, or protective coating on wood and metal surfaces.  
• Responsible for cleanliness and housekeeping standards in own area

Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience

• Ability to read a tape measure  
• Availability to read and understand a technical specification sheet 
• Have a high standard and concern for excellence  
• Problem solving ability  
• Good communication skills  
• Good time Management 

Salary

National minimum wage

Benefits

Four day week

Special Conditions

Monday to Thursday 8am-5.30pm 

Location

Central Walsall

How to Apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply. 

Closing date

30 November 2024

Job overview

A chef’s role demands adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment all the while delivering an excellent experience for the customer

Main duties and responsibilities

Lead and inspire kitchen staff whilst upholding the highest standards for food quality, presentation and taste. Prepare and cook dishes demonstrating excellent technique whilst overseeing timely execution of orders ensuring a smooth service.

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

• Ability to operate and maintain grilling equipment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy objects.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role

Salary

TBC depending on experience

Benefits

Meal on duty

Special conditions

Various shifts over 7 days covering 11.00am to 11.00pm

Location

Waterside, Walsall

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.  

Closing date

30 November 2024

Job overview

We are looking to employ a goal-driven Account Representative, to drive company sales by building and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients. You will be based at our head office in Bloxwich.

Main duties and responsibilities

The Account Representative’s responsibilities will include: selling memorial products and services to existing wholesale clients, and relaying client feedback to management. You will prepare and submit quotes, orders, contracts and various other documents to clients. 

You should also be able to answer clients’ questions and address their concerns. Initial training will be given.

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

• Excellent customer service skills
• Creative and resourceful
• Good IT skills
• Using your initiative, devising your own ideas and successfully implementing them
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Proven experience in sales or customer service
• Strong negotiation skills

Salary

Negotiable. Skills, experience & qualities. £22,000 - £29,000 (salary can increase with overtime (in work or at home), Saturdays and performances) 

Benefits

• Free parking
• Bonus scheme 

Special conditions

8 hour shift (37.5 hours a week with option of overtime & Saturdays)

Location

Bloxwich 

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.

Closing date

31 December 2024

Job overview

Staffline is recruiting for a Warehouse Operative to work for one of the world's biggest fashion retailer, TJX. 

Join us today and take advantage of the fantastic rates and benefits available at our client's fast-paced distribution Centre, based in Walsall. 

Every day is different, and we are looking for helpful and talented people to join a close-knit team, with a fun, family-style atmosphere. 

Main duties and responsibilities

As a Warehouse Operative at this site, you will work with items of clothing, home-wares and even furniture, preparing them for distribution nationwide. 

You will select items to fulfil store orders, and you will help move stock around the warehouse.  

Warehouse Operatives also assess the quality of the clothing and work to maintain the high standards of health and safety at the site. 

Your duties will include:  

• Tagging and ticketing clothing
• Fast paced order picking
• Processing stock for distribution
• Loading/ unloading may be involved

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

• Open-minded and honest, reliable.
• Always be ready to help people in your team 
• Have a can-do attitude and be able to adapt when things change quickly 
• Use your initiative to solve problems when they turn up  
• Be able to manage your time efficiently and meet deadlines  
• Be up for a challenge and ready to go the extra mile to be good at your job  
• Family friendly environment  
• Manage to meet targets, deadlines

Salary

Earn between £12.81 and £23.76 per hour

Benefits

• 36-hour-per-week contract  
• Overtime available  
• All breaks are paid  
• Fixed shift times  

Working hours

Typically, you will work any 4 days out of 7 and 1 weekend in 3. 

6am starts / 12 midnight finishes / Public transport limited to location.  

Location

Green Lane, Walsall, WS2 7PT

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.

Closing date

30 November 2024

Job overview

Join South Staffordshire Plc as a Fleet Coordinator where you'll have the opportunity to manage your own accounts and coordinate vehicle service plans. 

Main duties and responsibilities

• Ensure the fleeting of vehicles is undertaken in a timely manner to reduce additional rentals. 
• Keep fleet lists updated and accurate, including vehicle details, location, driver information, tracking data, and leasing provider details. 
• Efficiently manage supplier network to control costs and minimise downtime. 
• Manage the procurement of new vehicles and vehicle kit outs. 
• Inform company car drivers prior to renewal of existing car based on current industry lead times. 
• Account Management for SSI Divisional companies and external customers, including budget management and relationship-building. 

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

• Experience within the Motor Industry is desirable. 
• Proven experience within a customer service environment both face to face and telephone 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, tailored to different audiences. 
• Attention to detail to prevent errors and ensure accuracy. 
• Professional attitude and demeanour. 

Salary

Up to £27,300, depending on experience 

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, 
• Employer pension contributions. 
• Free on-site parking and on-site gym 

Working hours

40 hrs per week

Location

Walsall, WS2 7PD

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.

Closing date

15 November 2024

Job overview

Walsall Black Sisters Collective is a registered charity that has been delivering community projects in Walsall for almost 40 years. Our purpose is to seek, find and meet the needs of the vulnerable and isolated in Walsall and to provide them with vital services, support, and companionship.

Main duties and responsibilities

The Project Monitoring & Evaluation Officer has overall responsibility for monitoring the progress of the Windrush Sisters Project, against agreed targets. To Monitor and keep records of the project spend and output delivery, being responsible for presenting monitoring reports and quarterly claims to the Project Manager, Board of Trustees and Steering Group and funder. The designing and producing of mid-term and end of year evaluation reports in line with National Lottery Heritage Fund Evaluation good practice guidance. 

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

The postholder must have:

• experience of working for a charity.
• qualifications and relevant experience of financial management, experience of keeping excellent monitoring information and the evaluation of projects. 
• significant project monitoring and evaluation skills.  
• project management skills and experience of delivering a National Lottery Fund project

S/he will meet will work with the Project Manager and support the Development Officer to review project deliverables.

Salary

£30K per year pro rata.  

Benefits

5 weeks holiday (including bank holidays pro rata)

Working hours

20 hours per week

2 year fixed term contract

Location

Walsall

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.  

Closing date 

30 November 2024 

Job Overview

Little P’s is a brand new soft play activity centre in Walsall Wood opposite the Oak Wood Leisure Centre. Emma the owner is looking to recruit 2 members of staff who will assist in the day to day running of the centre.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Cover Reception and check in adults and children
• Take payments
• Prepare cold food such as panini’s, sandwiches, snacks and cakes
• Serve hot and cold drinks
• Will be trained up as a Barista
• at the end of sessions will clean and tidy the areas for the next session

Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience

• Must have good customer service skills
• Must be flexible in terms of working weekends
• Previous experience in serving and preparing food would be advantageous but not essential
• Good communication skills
• Food Hygiene Certificate advantageous but not essential as will be put through one
• Interact with children

Salary

National minimum wage

Working hours

24 hours per week – 3 Days at 8 hours per day – 9.30am to 17.30pm

Shifts: Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, Saturday or Sunday

Location

Walsall Wood

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.  

Closing date 

30 November 2024 

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced sheet metal guillotine operator with fork lift truck license or experience.  

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Production Manager, duties will include:

• Check the information provided on our production drawings.
• Retrieve and replace materials from sheet stocks in racks and free standing.
• Guillotine materials to size.
• Checking accuracy of guillotined material
• Accurate recording of information in line with the companies quality control system
• Maintain a clean working area
• Assist with maintaining equipment  

As a small company you will be called upon to perform other duties as and when required.  

• Load and offload customers and suppliers, both using forklift and manual handling.
• Work with other machines when required such as our sheet metal folding machines.
• Support other colleagues when required.

Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience

• Fork lift truck licence  
• Experience of using a guillotine  

Salary

Initially £11.44 per hour for the 3 month probation period.

Working hours

Monday to Thursday 6.00am to 1:45pm - 15 Minute morning break.  

Friday 6am to 1pm 15 Minute morning break.

Location

Walsall

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.  

Closing date 

30 November 2024 

Job Overview

Genex UK are a manufacturing company producing customer specific products with our mission to deliver growth and profitability via the latest technical capability across various manufacturing methods and assembly of high-quality products to a diverse range of industry sectors, ensuring a safe, fair and sustainable environment for all via our one team one mission 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The role is to support the main business function with focus within the production and quality departments within the business. 

• Raising purchase orders
• Booking in of deliveries
• Scanning and attaching documents for traceability
• Issuing of labels
• Contacting suppliers to monitor on time in full supply
• Attaching Certificates of Conformance to inwards deliveries
• Telephone call handling 

Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience

• Clear communication skills
• Excellent time keeping
• Punctual and presentable
• Computer literate with an understanding of Microsoft office package
• Self-motivated
• Keen to work and learn

Salary

£11.44 per hour  

Benefits

On the Job Training 

Working hours

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Location

Walsall

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.  

Closing date 

30 November 2024 

Job overview

Day-to-day, you’ll work as part of the maintenance department and participate in the delivery of a wide range of activities within their remit.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Maintain housekeeping standards
• Clean workshops and maintain tools and equipment
• Facilities tasks to include – visual inspections of fire extinguishers and fire alarm testing
• Complete minor faults using tools such as a screwdriver and drill 
• Grounds maintenance activity
• This position involves manual work. This could include lifting, bending, using tools or standing for extended periods of time. 

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

• Ability to use drill and screwdriver handtools tools
• Previous experience as an industrial cleaner or facilities assistant would be advantageous 

We value difference and don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and/or willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. 

Salary

£26,013.13 + benefits

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance: Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance: Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+: Employee share scheme. Employee shopping savings portal. Payment of professional fees.

Working hours

Full time. Permanent.

Location

Walsall, WS2

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.  

Closing date 

22 November 2024 

Job overview

You’ll be part of a highly skilled team supporting customers including the police, fire, and ambulance service. 

Main duties and responsibilities

Day-to-day, you’ll work on the conversion of new and used vehicles, stripping and fitting of a wide range of vehicles, from executive to light commercial.

• Construct bespoke vehicle conversions
• Remove and refit interior trims and light mechanical work
• Upgrade glass fitment, removal and refitment of interior trims
• General modifications to original vehicle build
• Work to vehicle build specifications 

This position involves manual work. This could include lifting, bending, using tools or standing for extended periods of time. 

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

The following is the preferred experience however, we are open to applicants from different industries:

• Experience using hand and power tools such as grinders, drills, air rachet, cutting tools, air and jigsaw tools
• You will have the ability to read and interpret plans, instructions and diagrams
• Effective verbal and written communication 
• Ability to work effectively under own initiative, or as part of a team to achieve desired results
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment 

We value difference and don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and/or willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

Salary

£26,013 to 34,911 Dependent on Experience + £1000 bonus

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance: Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance: Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+. Employee share scheme. Employee shopping savings portal. Payment of professional fees.

Working hours

Full time. Permanent. 40 hours per week.

Location

Walsall, WS2

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.  

Closing date 

2 December 2024 

Job overview

Working as a surveyor apprentice you will be assisting the surveyors to perform their daily tasks as part of the team.

Main duties and responsibilities

There will be a wide range of duties including:  

• Assisting the survey team with the conduct of surveying tasks such as installation of survey control points, control surveys, setting out, monitoring and assisting in pre-design surveys.
• Conducting on-field survey and record measurements. 
• Assisting surveyors In drafting survey notes and detailed drawings. 
• Co-ordinating with other surveyors on field survey activities.
• Performing site calibration checks on survey instruments and documenting as required

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

The following skills and experience are required:

• An interest in Geomatics, Surveying and Civil Engineering. 
• Ability to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work. 
• Capable of taking ownership of tasks. 
• Strong work ethic with flexibility to work unsociable hours.
• Willing to learn and advance skills.

Salary

TBC

Benefits

TBC

Special conditions

Apprenticeship Overview:

• Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Geospatial Survey Technician.
• Apprenticeship Length: 24 Months.
• Entry Requirements: Minimum of 5 GCSE’s or equivalent at grade 9-4/A-C including Maths & English

Location

Lichfield, WS14

How to apply

Contact WalsallWorks@walsall.gov.uk or call 01922 654353 to express your interest in the role or contact your Walsall Works Advisor to apply.  

Closing date 

30 November 2024 

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