Job Description

If you're keen to learn and ambitious to build a great future, this exciting opportunity is perfect for you. It's your chance to launch your career at one of the UK's most technologically advanced ports €“ and be trained to operate a wide range of equipment from fork-lift trucks to £multi-million computer controlled cranes.

Training and Qualification

Work As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff. What you'll do at work Level 2 Port Operative Apprenticeship Standard Training delivered in the workplace Website works on another device Where you'll work St Andrew's House, St Andrew's Road Avonmouth BRISTOL BS11 9DQ

Required Skills & Qualification

Desirable qualifications GCSE or equivalent in: English (grade C/4 or above) Maths (grade C/4 or above) Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills Problem solving skills Number skills Team working Physical fitness Hand-eye co-ordination Other With strong numeracy and literacy skills, you should be physically fit, have a good head for heights and a full driving licence. A flexible approach to work is important too, as you'll be working shifts including regular weekends and nights.

Employer

The Bristol Port Company

BRISTOL, BS11 9DQ

Provider

WESTON COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION

About Employer

The Bristol Port Company was formed in 1991 when entrepreneurs Terence Mordaunt and David Ord purchased the Port of Bristol from Bristol City Council. Since privatisation over £600 million has been invested to create a modern, thriving business offering the full range of shipping, distribution and logistics services.