Air Freight Forwarding Apprentice DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING (UK) LIMITED
An Apprenticeship to develop towards becoming an International Freight Forwarder, whose aim is to manage or support our Customers’ logistics by arranging the movement of Freight via Air or Ocean, & /or Road. This can include Exporting and Importing Goods from & to the UK & across the World, main focus will be working in the Air Freight Department.
Closing date: 04 Dec 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£14,625.00
£14,625 - £17,000 for first year, then reviewed
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Working week
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
11 Dec 2023
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Date posted
11 Oct 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000204801
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
- An Apprenticeship to develop towards becoming an International Freight Forwarder, whose overall aim is to manage or support our Customers’ logistics by arranging the movement of Freight via Air or Ocean, and /or Road
- This can include Exporting and Importing Goods from and to the UK and across the World. The main focus will be working in the Air Freight Department
- Develop relationships with customers (internal/external)
- Ensure all customer enquiries are responded to promptly and professionally
- Adhere to Customs Compliance procedures and documentation
- Ensure each ‘Job File’ is fully and accurately completed
- Work with Carriers and Handling Agents to resolve exceptions and discrepancies as they arise
- Work with DGF departments on Ocean or Air freight planning and coordination
- Liaise with DGF Transport & Warehouse teams on Ocean or Air freight planning and coordination
- Liaise with overseas offices on Ocean or Air freight planning and coordination
- Maintain mandatory milestones through the Company's Freight Forwarding system
- Use Company systems to create, manage and maintain the movement of freight
- Update the Company’s customer complaints system with all required inputs
The training you will be getting
- International Freight Forwarding Specialist Level 3 - Air Freight Pathway
- On and off the job training and location to be confirmed
- On the job training delivered by the employer
- Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment
- For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement the apprenticeships English and mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3
- 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 6 hours off the job training activities
- Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
- For the right candidate, based on your development and performance during the apprenticeship, the aim is that Apprentices move into a permanent position within the business towards the end of their Fixed Term Contract – subject to a suitable vacancy being available at that time and in line with the selection process for the role. We also offer a competitive salary with incremental increases and benefits in line with permanent employees
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
A Level or equivalent Any subject (Grade A - E/Pass Grade) Essential
Other 2 years work experience (Grade NA) Essential
About the employer
Employer
DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING (UK) LIMITED
Address
Unit 2, Woodside Industrial Estate
Foster Avenue
Dunstable
LU5 5TA
Training
Training provider
SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Contact
Kayleigh Byner
07732691597
Apprenticeship standard
International freight forwarding specialist
Level 3 (A level)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
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