Business Administration Apprenticeship in Transport Planning

SIMSON AGGREGATE SOLUTIONS LTD

Worcester (WR6 6QB)

Closes in 19 days (Monday 10 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 21 July 2026

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Summary

Are you looking to start a career in Business Administration? We have a fantastic opportunity as a Transport Planning Apprentice. This is an ideal role for someone wanting to begin their career in transport planning and administration, with an apprenticeship offering great training, development and progression opportunities.

• Wage:

  £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

  Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm

  40 hours a week

• Start date:

  Tuesday 11 August 2026

• Duration:

  1 year 2 months

• Positions available:

  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

• Assist in coordinating daily transportation activities in line with company processes
• Support route planning to help optimise efficiency and service levels
• Work with third-party logistics providers to support smooth operations
• Maintain accurate transport and delivery records
• Liaise with internal departments to support effective communication across operations

Where you'll work

1 Laughern Villa
Martley
Worcester
WR6 6QB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

THE RECALVI ENTERPRISE LTD

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

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

• Your learning will take place through online lessons with Apprenticeship Connect via Teams
• Lessons will be every other week for the first 8 weeks, then reduce to one session per month
• Each session will last 1 hour
• You will have a dedicated coach to support you from start to finish and learn alongside other apprentices and employers across the country

Requirements

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
• Analytical skills
• Logical

Other requirements

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• To be within 1 hour journey from the company
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities
• Basic IT skills
• Interest in logistics or transport planning

About this employer

Our client, is a growing business within the transport and logistics sector, specialising in efficient aggregate distribution. They pride themselves on delivering reliable service and maintaining strong operational standards. With a supportive team environment and a focus on development, they are committed to helping apprentices build long term careers within the industry.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

• You can progress into sales team accountancy teams as well and being a senior in transport 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE RECALVI ENTERPRISE LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000043950.

Apply now

Closes in 19 days (Monday 10 August 2026 at 11:59pm)