Logistics Apprentice: Start International Freight Career

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Shurdington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Level 3 qualification

Earn while you learn

25 days leave + 8 bank holidays

Full training and ongoing support

Company Pension Scheme

Job summary

Simarco International in Gloucester is offering a Logistics Apprentice position where you earn a salary while you learn and gain a Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship. No prior experience required; full training and support are provided as you grow in international logistics.

You’ll learn to coordinate UK and EU shipments, use our Transport Management System, communicate with customers and partners, and develop a strong foundation in customs, documentation and customer

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, motivated and keen to learn.
• Confident using computers and Microsoft Office.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Organised with good attention to detail.
• Team oriented and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international shipments using our Transport Management System.
• Communicate with customers and overseas logistics partners.
• Provide customers with shipment updates and ETAs.
• Work with Transport, Customs and Warehouse teams.
• Learn UK/EU customs requirements.
• Prepare shipping documents, load lists and manifests.
• Help coordinate collections with third‑party hauliers.
• Resolve customer queries and deliver excellent service.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Motivated

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Team player

Organised

Education

GCSE English and Maths (4/C or above)

Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Simarco International in Gloucester is offering a Logistics Apprentice position where you earn a salary while you learn and gain a Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship. No prior experience required; full training and support are provided as you grow in international logistics.

You’ll learn to coordinate UK and EU shipments, use our Transport Management System, communicate with customers and partners, and develop a strong foundation in customs, documentation and customer