International Freight Forwarding Apprentice DACHSER LIMITED

As International Freight Forwarding Apprentice, you will work as part of the operations who are responsible for the movement of goods from another countries, ensuring the transit and delivery is made on time.

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £18,000.00

    Annual salary: £18,000 increasing by £750 after each 6 months of the apprenticeship is completed. Salary on completion will be £21,000 per annum

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday (A rotating shift with earlies and lates). Shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Jul 2023

  • Date posted

    03 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000160115

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

As International Freight Forwarding Apprentice, you will work as part of the operations who are responsible for the movement of goods from another countries, ensuring the transit and delivery is made on time. You will liaise regularly with overseas offices, partners or agents and you will be responsible for arranging and completing all associated paperwork, which documents the nature of the goods being imported and that they are legal and legitimate.

The successful candidate will be supported to:

  • Carry out the full coordination of the movement of freight
  • Completion of all associated freight documentation
  • Completion of customs declarations
  • To work with the customer to provide the best service available within the time constraints provided
  • To create a relationship with customers and suppliers
  • Liaise by telephone/email/with shipping lines/customers and other departments and suppliers
  • General administration duties
  • Support the business with any additional tasks as required
  • Maintain a team-oriented atmosphere

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills

  • Some experience of computer packages like MS Office (Outlook/Excel/Word etc.) would be advantageous but not essential
  • Takes an organised and methodical approach
  • Excellent approachable face to face and phone manner
  • Good attention to detail
  • Personal qualities
  • Positive attitude
  • Willingness to learn
  • Punctual
  • Hunger and desire to achieve and be the best you can be

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

Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Apprentice Apprenticeship standard.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship there may be the opportunity for further education or a permanent role within the business.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Vibrant, Willing to learn, Positive attitude, Punctual

Qualifications

A Level or equivalent Maths and English (Grade A-D) Essential

About the employer

Dachser is a global logistics business looking for talented individuals who want to develop knowledge and skills in a company that recognises and rewards hard work and commitment. The Dachser apprenticeship programme is unique in respect of how you learn the industry. You will have the benefit of working on a rotation through every department to ensure you have a full understanding of the logistics process and a guaranteed role with us at the end of your learning journey.

Employer

DACHSER LIMITED

Address

Rochdale Logistics Centre George Stephenson Avenue

Kingsway Business Park

Rochdale

OL16 4UP

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Training

Training provider

SR APPRENTICESHIPS LIMITED

Contact

Louise Spring

louise.spring@sr-apprenticeships.co.uk

07485302270

Apprenticeship standard

International freight forwarding specialist

Level 3 (A level)

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