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Logistics Administration Apprentice DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING (UK) LIMITED

DHL Global Forwarding are now recruiting for a Business Administrator Level 3 apprentice to join their busy Hayes branch. The successful candidate will gain an understanding of how Global freight works whilst developing essential office-based skills, earning a wage and gaining a recognised level 3 qualification.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 01 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,600.00

    0-3 months: £15,600 3-12 months: £16,575 (on passing probation) 1-2 years: £18K

  • Working week

    Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    06 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    13 Dec 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000115737

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

DHL Global Forwarding are now recruiting for a Business Administrator Level 3 apprentice to join their busy Hayes branch. The successful candidate will gain an understanding of how Global freight works whilst developing essential office-based skills, earning a wage and gaining a recognised level 3 qualification.

To begin your journey within one of the world’s biggest organisations, you will assist the team with administrative duties, including obtaining relevant shipping documentation needed for clearance.

  • Coordinate customs entries for the shipment of goods.
  • Ensure entries are compliant in line with HRMC guidelines.
  • Assist the team with administrative duties
  • Obtain relevant shipping documentation needed for clearance

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Level 3 business administration apprenticeship standard.

  • On-the-job training delivered by the employer.
  • Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out:
  • Regular training.
  • Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop
  • Identify, track and support 20% off the job training activities.
  • Quarterly formal progress review meetings; identifying learning achievements and next steps.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Following the completion of the two year apprenticeship there is the potential opportunity of a permanent position within DHL Global Forwarding subject to vacancy, most qualified personnel become customs clerks within a freight forwarding customs team.

A career in logistics can support you to progress into many areas, just to name a few job titles; ‘Senior freight forwarder’, ‘senior Export Administrator’, ‘Shipping Manager’ or ‘Customs Supervisor’ 

 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Eager to learn

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade A*-C/ 4-9) Essential

Things to consider

Perks and Benefits: Starting from £8.00 per hour and increasing to £9.20 per hour after 12 months, with potential opportunity to secure a permanent position after your 2-year apprenticeship ends. You will receive an extensive range of perks and benefits with his company including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays in lieu, a wide range of discounts, rewards, recognition, and employee support.

About the employer

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure the transport of all kinds of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. They also include special transport-related services.

Employer

DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING (UK) LIMITED

Address

Unit 1

Kestrel Way

Hayes

UB3 1HJ

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Training

Training provider

SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED

Contact

Apprenticeship Recruitment Team

recruitment@seetecoutsource.co.uk

01793847525

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Email CV subject line ‘Logistics Apprentice’ to applications@dhlrecruitment.com

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 01 Feb 2023