At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the team in preparing documents and managing freight bookings.
- Company: Join a growing freight forwarding business in a bustling logistics sector.
- Benefits: Apprenticeship salary with long-term career prospects in a thriving industry.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity in a busy sector with plenty of room for growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your logistics career and learn essential skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Good geography and maths skills, attention to detail, and computer proficiency.
The predicted salary is between 18500 - 25000 £ per year.
Apprentice / Trainee for a growing freight forwarding business. The freight forwarding sector within logistics is as busy as ever. A freight forwarder is the middle person between the factory where goods are made and the retailer. The freight forwarder will plan the route for the freight, for example if it comes from China, they will plan which ship to book the container on and the timings. Some routes take longer but are cheaper, and other routes are faster but cost more. The containers and docking times can also change the costs. Think of a freight forwarder like a travel agent but for freight.
This freight forwarder has an opening for a trainee to be put through an apprenticeship program to learn new skills and learn the world of freight forwarding.
The role: As a trainee/apprentice, you will support the team in the preparation of the documents required for each freight item, fill out the docking documents and the onward travel bookings. You will ensure everything is loaded correctly onto the system and the invoices are sent out on time for the freight. This role will be your starting point in a career within logistics that is always very busy; you cannot import or export goods without the help of a freight forwarder. This role will include all the standard trainee/apprentice duties.
Experience: We are looking for a reliable person with good knowledge of geography and maths skills. You will also be good with computers and have attention to detail regarding the forms to fill in. You will want to have a career in logistics.
Freight Forwarding Apprentice in Basildon employer: HTE Recruitment
Join a dynamic and expanding freight forwarding business in Basildon, where you will embark on an exciting apprenticeship journey in the thriving logistics sector. Our supportive work culture fosters growth and development, providing you with hands-on experience and essential skills to kickstart your career. With a focus on employee advancement and a commitment to excellence, we offer a unique opportunity to be part of a vital industry that connects global trade.
