Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our hugely successful international air logistics team based in London Heathrow as a trucking apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the world™s leading logistics and freight forwarding companies, supporting you to gain an insight into the industry and help you to forge a career in air logistics. Your Role: The Air Logistics National Trucking team based in London Heathrow Airport is providing a UK service to our customers whether collecting and delivering cargo to/from the airport Ground Handling Agents (GHA) for flight departures and arrivals, arranging special dedicated transport for urgent express shipments or booking temperature-controlled vehicles for pharmaceutical goods. Every day is busy with customer deadlines to meet but very rewarding and satisfying. Our Apprenticeship is a 24-month programme, combining practical on-the-job training with study towards the International Freight Forwarding Level 3 apprenticeship. You will work within a successful team while learning everything you need to know whilst supported by your peers, your managers, and the apprenticeship team within Kuehne+Nagel. Your Responsibilities: As part of our National Trucking team, you™ll be a key part of the logistics team working collaboratively with physical operations (Gateway, Warehouse & Service Excellence teams) and our approved hauliers to deliver the shared aim of consistently excellent service delivery for our customers and colleagues You™ll be learning: Truck route planning - Work with Hauliers to drive business performance Customs compliance - adhere to laws, regulations and procedures governing the import and export of goods Cost control - Review and optimise all processes to deliver volume utilisation & costs reductions. Projects - Participate in key focus areas (when required) Overseeing and optimising relationships with suppliers Support team metrics and proactively work with key stakeholders including Hauliers to consistently meet and exceed targets Build strong, collaborative relationships with our customers putting their best interest at the forefront of everything we, do delivering consistently high levels of customer satisfaction Your Skills and Experiences: The minimum entry requirement for this apprenticeship is Five GCSEs at grades 3 “ 9 / A*-D including maths & English) Our company values candidates who are passionate about providing excellent customer service, have a strong work ethic, and are able to communicate effectively with others. Good planning and organization skills is important and you will need the ability to multitask and be a self-starter Previous use of Microsoft Outlook and Excel is beneficial Please be aware that this vacancy does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship and for apprenticeship funding, candidates must have been resident in the EEA for at least the last 3 years This position requires enhanced security clearance checks and by applying for this role you are agreeing to participate in the employment screening process. This process will include criminal record checking and identify validation. Any appointment will be strictly condition upon and subject to the receipt of satisfactory results of these checks This is an entry level training position. If you are already qualified or experienced in this area of work, this is unlikely to be the position for you. However, we would welcome your application for one of our other vacancies which can be found on our website The training you will be getting Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship standard qualification, which includes: Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required) End-Point Assessment (EPA) This apprenticeship will be delivered in the workplace. You will have a dedicated assessor who will provide guidance and monitor progress throughout. You will have access to an online portfolio to allow you to monitor your progress and log work completed. What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship A role in a successful, dynamic company Be a part of a strong team of performance-driven colleagues Great future career prospects for advancement A professional working environment

Required Skills & Qualification

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

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 3 “ 9 / A*-D) Essential

Apprenticeship Standard

International freight forwarding specialist Level 3 (A level)

Employer

Kuehne+Nagel

Unit 1 Girling Way Feltham TW14 0PH

Provider

SR APPRENTICESHIPS LIMITED