Customer Service Apprentice

Job purpose: Since 1976, we have been one of the UK’s foremost value-added providers of leading-brand engineering components, consumables, and related support services.

At Hayley Dexis we’ve built-up our reputation over the course of the last five decades with stock, service and people at the core of everything we do.

We are entering an exciting period of growth and our 1300 people, doing things the “Hayley Way” along with industry leading customer service are central to our success.

We’re excited to offer a brilliant opportunity for a Customer Service Apprentice working within a busy and supportive branch environment.

About the role:

As a Customer Service Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience across key areas of the branch, building the skills needed to deliver excellent service to our customers. You will rotate through:

• Trade Counter – supporting and serving customers face-to-face

• Internal Sales / Office – handling calls, emails, and customer enquiries

• Warehouse Operations – understanding stock, order fulfilment, and logistics

This well-rounded approach ensures you develop a strong understanding of both our products and how we support customers from enquiry through to delivery.

What you’ll get in return:

• Apprenticeship salary of £16,640

• From 23 days annual leave (plus public/bank holidays)

• Uniform and PPE provided

• Training and development provided through our own Hayley Academy

What will I learn? You’ll learn how to:

• Communicate confidently with customers and colleagues

• Handle enquiries, orders and problem-solving effectively

• Use internal systems and processes

• Deliver a high standard of customer service in a fast-paced environment

The successful candidate will be working towards achieving their SCQF 6 Diploma in Customer Service.

What qualifications or qualities are required?

• A genuine interest in customer service and building a career

• Enthusiastic, motivated and willing to learn

• Good communication skills (verbal and written)

• Basic IT skills (including Microsoft Office)

• Strong attention to detail and logical thinking

• Well-presented and professional approach

• Able to travel to and work locally

No prior experience is required—just the right attitude and commitment to learning.