Junior port operator Apprentice

ATL HAULAGE CONTRACTORS LTD

PACIFIC AVENUE (SS17 9FA)

Closes in 13 days (Monday 28 September 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 14 September 2026

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Summary

Junior Port Operator (Apprentice) Begin your journey in fleet management with our Junior port operator administrator apprenticeship. This role provides an excellent foundation for an apprentice to develop practical experience in transport and port operations, maintenance scheduling, and ensuring smooth port operations.

Wage

£18,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

  • We will pay salary of £22,600 to all 19 years and above during the apprenticeship term (and rising to £26,600 at aged 21 or by completing the programme and being offered a job, whichever comes first)
Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 08.30 -17.30 with an unpaid 1 hour of lunch.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 5 October 2026

Duration

1 year 6 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

Transport Operations department :

  • Support the day-to-day planning and coordination of port operations.
  • Follow operational instructions from the Port Operations Lead and Senior Port Operators.
  • Assist with vehicle routing and planning to support efficient daily operations.
  • Help prepare clear handover notes for outstanding operational activities.
  • Support Day 1 and Day 2 planning and expediting activities.
  •  Assist with VBS bookings and monitor their correct use.
  • Support the investigation of missed VBS slots and identify recurring issues.
  • Assist with weekly operational close-down activities.
  • Monitor drivers’ hours and support compliant workload planning.
  • Liaise with drivers regarding workloads, operational updates and day-to-day issues.
  • Work closely with Operators and the wider planning team to support service delivery.
  • Liaise with the Fleet Team regarding vehicle availability, servicing and maintenance.
  • Support investigations into vehicle, equipment or operational delays.
  • Identify and escalate operational risks, cost concerns and performance issues to the appropriate manage
  • A more comprehensive Job Description will be provided at the beginning of employment

Where you'll work

LONDON GATEWAY LOGISTICS PARK 1
SOUTH 3
PACIFIC AVENUE
SS17 9FA

Training

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

Training provider

BASINGSTOKE ITEC LIMITED

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

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English and maths (grade 4-9)

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
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

About this employer

  • ATL Haulage Contractors is an industry-leading road haulier

After this apprenticeship

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

  • Full time position available subject to apprentice performance
  • Payment in line with market rates and location for the role
  • Possibility of Company awarded training available

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BASINGSTOKE ITEC LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000053217.

Apply now

Closes in 13 days (Monday 28 September 2026 at 11:59pm)