Careers

FORK LIFT DRIVERS

We currently have opportunities within our Yard and Warehousing Teams for Forklift Truck Drivers.

Duties include:

The Forklift Truck Driver role involves assisting with the day-to-day operations of the yard or warehousing areas, supporting both Distribution and Production Teams on site. Key duties for the yard and/or warehousing areas include; ensuring the accurate, efficient and effective loading of all goods-out on to vehicles; using scanners for the efficient processing of stock; ensuring that loads are securely palletised and correctly loaded; conducting correct stock rotation; supporting production with the supply of materials to production lines and to be responsible for ensuring the correct bottles are offloaded as per the production requirements.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills/experience/ qualifications:

• Experience working within a yard/warehousing/production environment;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability to work under own initiative as well as part of a team;
• Ability to build good rapport with internal stakeholders;
• Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence;
• Previous shunting experience is advantageous.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact our HR Team on 01531 660233.

These are full-time, permanent positions.

HGV DRIVER CLASS 2

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Distribution Team for an experienced Class 2 Driver.

Duties include:

As a Class 2 Driver, you will be responsible for the efficient delivery of Westons premium products around the country, working to timed delivery slots and completing all associated paperwork. Providing a first-class delivery service to our customers, you will be delivering Westons products to a range of customers from pubs to supermarkets.

We are looking for applicants with previous multi-drop driving experience, excellent customer service and communication skills, as well as good geographical knowledge and awareness.

For further information about the role, please contact our HR Team on 01531 660233.

This is a full-time, permanent position.

Hospitality Team Member / Tour Guide

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Visitors Centre as a Hospitality Team Member / Tour Guide.

Duties include:

This role will involve working as part of an experienced team who are responsible for providing great customer experiences here at Westons.

As Hospitality Team Member / Tour Guide, you will support the Visitors Centre with the day to day running of the Visitor Centre Shop as well as conducting guided tours of our cider mill, engaging with visitors in a professional and knowledgeable manner.

The successful candidate will be punctual, enthusiastic and passionate about tourism, have excellent customer service and communication skills, have good organisational skills and able to relay historical and factual information to visitors. Previous hospitality experience is advantageous.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact the HR Team on 01531 660233.

This is full time or part-time position. 

Customer Account Executive

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Off Trade Sales Team for a Customer Account Executive to take responsibility for profitable business development within the South West region.

Duties include:

Reporting into the Business Unit Controller - Off Trade, as our Customer Account Executive, you will be involved in developing excellent relationships with our Off Trade contacts across key customer accounts, to develop growth of our Henry Westons and Stowford Press brands.

The successful candidate will have previous administration experience and excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills. They will be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages. Off Trade account management experience and previous drinks industry experience are advantageous, though not essential.

This is not your usual sales job! Your days will be varied, so you will need to enjoy variety and thrive on the opportunities that such a fast-paced environment offers.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today! We offer a competitive benefits package, including company car/car allowance and commercial bonus scheme.

For further information about the role, please contact the HR Team on 01531 660233.  

This is a full time, permanent position.

Health & Safety Co-ordinator

We are currently recruiting for an H&S Co-ordinator to join our Health and Safety Team.

Duties include:

As a H&S Co-ordinator you will be responsible for assisting in the coordination, administration, and implementation of a variety of health and safety systems and processes. Acting as a role model and advocate for Health and Safety across the business, you will also support the business with ensuring compliance with legislation, and adherence to best practise at all times.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills/experience/qualifications:

• Maintaining records and statistics relating to health and safety hazards, near miss reporting, accidents and incidents.
• Assisting in the ongoing development and implementation of effective health and safety systems, standards, policies and procedures.
• Participating in meetings, when required, to report on relevant health & safety matters.
• Preparing presentations and reports for site and meetings with the health safety team and the distribution of relevant information.
• Maintaining the competency register of our contractors.
• Assisting in internal audits both on site and at our external warehouses.
• Assisting in the review of risk assessments for our operation.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable Health and Safety experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment, a high attention to detail, excellent communication skills and will hold a NEBOSH General Certificate.

If you like the sounds of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

For further information about the role, please contact our HR Team on 01531 660233.

This is a part time, permanent position, working 3 days a week.

Environmental Sustainability Coordinator

We are recruiting for an Environmental Sustainability Coordinator within our Technical Team.

Duties include:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Environmental Sustainability Coordinator to join our Technical Team.

As Environmental Sustainability Coordinator you will be working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure that all integrated management systems and retailer policies and procedures are effectively deployed and measuring effectiveness though audits. Coordinating environment and sustainability targets and initiatives for the site.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable Environmental and sustainability experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment, a high attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, have the ability to influence and build good rapport with colleagues across the business. A NEBOSH Certificate would be advantageous, although not essential.

If you like the sound of what you are hearing and think you have got the skills needed to join our family business, then apply today!

 

This role is  permanent position.

Regional Account Manager - North West

Don’t be a number, be part of a family! We are looking to grow our business and need a great Regional Account Manager to work for us in the On Trade Team.

Duties include:

We have a superb opportunity for an energetic and passionate individual to work with our On Trade Team representing and increasing sales of our Westons Cider brands into your regional routes to market.

Working with our Business Unit Controller and National Account Manager, you will actively seek opportunities to gain new outlet stockists for Westons & New Venture brands.  

This is not your usual sales job! Your days will be varied, and your focus will change from month to month, so you will need to enjoy variety and thrive on the opportunities that such a fast-paced environment offers.

Your natural enthusiasm and passion for selling the best cider portfolio in the country, alongside your personality will help you reach your objectives. You will also provide valuable insight and feedback on competitor activities to enable Westons to always be at the cutting edge.

As Regional Account Manager, you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Previous experience in an account management or sales role
• Able to identify and deliver incremental business opportunities
• Excellent trade negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer literate and confident using Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to work under own initiative and prioritise workload, ensuring deadlines are met
• Previous drinks industry experience is preferable but not essential

If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity and want to make your mark in the drinks industry, then please get in touch with us.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including company car/car allowance and commercial bonus scheme.

For further information about the role, please contact the HR Team on 01531 660233.  

This is a full time, permanent position.