Operations Apprentice
JS GLOBAL CARGO & FREIGHT DISPOSAL LTD
Ipswich (IP3 9FJ)
Closes in 17 days (Monday 2 March 2026)
Posted on 3 February 2026
Contents
Summary
JS Global is expanding and driving ambitious growth into 2026, making now a great time to join our business. We are looking for a motivated and passionate individual eager to learn, grow and develop their career. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities
- Wage
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£17,160 a year
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. 1 hour lunch - paid.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Thursday 5 March 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Day to day tasks within our operations team include but are not limited to:
- Liaising with clients and suppliers for quotes
- Pricing jobs
- Updating our systems using Waste Logics & excel
- Arranging haulage & organising the destruction/disposal of goods
- Creating waste transfer notes
- Raising invoices
- Each day is different, with multiple jobs running simultaneously throughout the week
Where you'll work
Epsilon House 1-10
Epsilon Terrace, West Road
Ipswich
IP3 9FJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
W S TRAINING LTD.
Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
- Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
- Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
- Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
- Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
- Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
- Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
- Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.
Training schedule
- Level 3 Business Administration
- On site training at the office
- Training on Waste Logics
- Allocated time within your working week to complete apprenticeship work
- Support from colleagues
- Visits to Ports and suppliers to gain a knowledge and understanding of the industry
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade Level 4)
- Maths (grade Level 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
Other requirements
- Transport - ideally holds a valid driving license with access to a vehicle, may be required to drive the JS Global van when needed
Please note also that the company is moving to a new location expected to be in April 2026 - the new address will be:
Unit 6, 47 Knightsdale Drive, Ipswich IP1 4JJ
About this employer
JS Global are made up of a young team who are ambitious and driven to fill this space within the shipping and waste industry. We deal with the disposal and destruction of goods, mainly within the shipping sector which have been abandoned, ceased or damaged. Our aim is to recycle, re-use or resell these goods where possible, to reduce the impact on the environment as much as possible. Our clients and suppliers vary from global shipping companies and national wholesalers to local hauliers and national recycling centres. We are passionate about supporting local businesses and charities, giving back to the community through donations & sponsorships.
After this apprenticeship
- Become a permanent member of the team, progressing within the position as the business grows
- Being the first apprentice with JS Global to help and assist with future apprentices/employees
- Options for future qualifications and growth if desired
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
W S TRAINING LTD.
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000012407.
Apply now
Closes in 17 days (Monday 2 March 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.