Trainee Transport and Logistics Coordinator

Driverz Work; London Borough of Hounslow; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Performance-related bonus

Pension scheme

Private Medical Care upon completion

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Driverz Work in London near Heathrow is seeking a Trainee Transport and Logistics Coordinator. This entry-level role offers hands-on training across imports, exports and domestic transport coordination, focusing on time-critical freight movements.

You will liaise with customers, suppliers and carriers, learn customs processes, and gain a solid foundation in freight forwarding and logistics operations. No previous experience required; full training provided.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in developing a career in logistics, transport or courier operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and organise multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn new systems and procedures and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate door-to-door shipments across UK and international transport, imports and exports.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, carriers and logistics partners to coordinate shipments.
• Organise UK collections and deliveries and ensure on-time performance.
• Support customs processes and documentation for import/export clearances.
• Maintain shipment records using internal systems and assist with hazardous cargo paperwork.
• Provide day-to-day support to the logistics operation.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Team player

MS Office

Job description

Trainee Transport and Logistics Coordinator - Freight Forwarding & Aviation Logistics

An excellent entry-level opportunity to start and develop a long-term career in logistics within a fast-paced, time-critical operation near Heathrow Airport. Joining a supportive and professional team, you will receive structured training and hands‑on experience across transport coordination, courier operations, imports, exports and UK and international shipments.

NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED - FULL TRAINING PROVIDED

You just need to be keen in starting your career in logistics, UK and International Shipping, Freight Forwarding

This is a structured trainee position within an owner‑managed SME specialising in AOG (Aircraft on Ground), courier, air freight, road freight and on‑board courier logistics. You will gain hands‑on experience across UK and international shipments, including transport coordination, imports and exports, building a strong foundation for a long‑term career in freight forwarding.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Logistics Assistant, Junior Logistics Coordinator, Logistics Administrator, Junior Transport Coordinator, Transport Administrator, Junior Freight Coordinator, Freight Administrator, Shipping Administrator, Courier Agent, Transport Clerk

Benefits include full training and support, a performance‑related bonus, private medical care and overtime opportunities once fully trained.

SALARY

£23,000 - £26,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Benefits

LOCATION

Feltham, Hounslow, West London (TW14)

JOB TYPE

Full‑Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS

Monday to Friday, 8am-4:30pm (initial training week 9am-4:30pm)

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Trainee Transport and Logistics Coordinator who is keen to build a career within logistics, transport and courier operations.

As a Trainee Transport and Logistics Coordinator you will receive hands‑on training across imports, exports and domestic transport coordination, learning how to arrange door‑to‑door shipments and support time‑critical freight movements.

In this varied Trainee Transport and Logistics Coordinator role you will liaise with customers, suppliers, carriers and international agents, support customs processes and help ensure collections and deliveries run smoothly and on time.

The company specialises in AOG (Aircraft on Ground), courier, air freight, road freight and on‑board courier logistics. Given the time‑critical nature of the operation, strong organisation, attention to detail, communication skills and a proactive approach are important.

This structured trainee position provides an opportunity to learn directly from experienced colleagues while developing a strong practical foundation in freight forwarding and logistics operations.

DUTIES

• Learning Logistics Operations: Gain practical experience coordinating door‑to‑door shipments across UK and international transport, imports and exports
• Customer and Supplier Liaison: Communicate with customers, suppliers, carriers and logistics partners to coordinate shipments and help resolve delivery queries
• Transport Coordination: Organise UK collections and deliveries, helping ensure freight reaches its destination in line with agreed schedules
• Customs Administration: Support the preparation and processing of documentation for import and export customs clearances
• Shipment Documentation: Maintain accurate shipment, collection and delivery records using internal systems
• Hazardous Cargo Support: Assist with documentation and the safe transportation of hazardous goods
• Documentation & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate shipment and delivery records using internal systems
• Operational Team Support: Work closely with experienced colleagues and provide day‑to‑day support across the logistics operation

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• A genuine interest in developing a career within logistics, transport or courier operations
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks within a fast‑paced working environment
• Good attention to detail with a willingness to learn new systems and procedures
• Proactive, positive approach with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Competent using Microsoft Office and general IT systems

BENEFITS

• 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Performance‑related bonus
• Pension scheme
• Private Medical Care upon completion of probation
• Overtime opportunities once fully trained