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Level 3 Transport Planning Apprentice
Looking for your first step into one of the UK's leading ports businesses? PD Ports is looking for a Level 3 Transport Planning Apprentice. No previous industry experience is required. Work alongside experienced colleagues in our transport team, helping to plan and coordinate the movement of goods across our ports and logistics network.
Apprentices will be eligible for annual increases.
What you'll do at work
- You'll play a part in making sure deliveries arrive safely, on time and in the most efficient way possible.
- From day one, you'll gain hands-on experience and learn how transport plans are created, how resources are managed and how technology and data help keep operations running smoothly.
- As you develop your skills and knowledge, you'll build a strong foundation for a successful career in transport, logistics and supply chain operations.
Where you'll work
- PD Ports Groveport
- Gunness
- Scunthorpe
- DN15 8UA
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Course contents
- Apply principles and processes of transport planning including analytical, scientific and technical know-how to transport planning solutions.
- Use national, regional and local policies, transport or planning regulations when contributing to, or appraising, transport planning solutions or improving transport systems and services.
- Apply key principles, techniques and methods of data collection, analysis and evaluation to support the planning, design, implementation or assessment of transport planning solutions.
- Plan and carry out data collection, analysis, evaluation, and report the outputs through appropriate means using relevant conventions and terminology.
- Use models to forecast demand using appropriate software packages for data gathering and analysis.
- Apply techniques and processes for design, delivery and interpretation of stakeholder or community engagement or public consultation activities.
- Apply document control processes and procedures using the approved processes, maintaining quality compliance when creating or amending transport planning or design documentation.
- Support and contribute to the production of transport planning solutions with consideration for economic, security, cultural and societal, well-being, and the environment.
- Plan, carry out and manage own work, recognising the wider implications to others, such as client, customer or end-user needs, and within cost and resource limitations.
- Apply statutory health and safety policies and procedures in the transport planning environment, using risk assessment processes, procedures and documentation.
- Communicate using appropriate methods for the audience incorporating relevant and appropriate terms, standards and data.
- Apply sustainable and ethical principles to planning for transport and travel.
- Plan, undertake, record and review their own professional competence, regularly updating their CPD to improve performance.
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Training schedule
Over this two-year apprenticeship, you'll become part of a supportive team where your development matters. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience, earn while you learn, and work towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Transport Planning Technician Apprenticeship qualification.
Along the way, you'll develop practical skills, industry knowledge and experience that can help launch a successful career in transport and logistics. You'll also have the opportunity to take part in a fully funded European industry trip in Year 2, where you'll learn about transport and logistics across Europe while building your professional network. As part of your apprenticeship, you'll attend three two-week residential learning blocks each year, giving you the chance to learn alongside apprentices from across the UK and build connections within the industry.
What You'll Gain:
- Extensive on-the-job training with experienced industry professionals
- A Level 3 Transport Planning Technician Apprenticeship qualification
- A fully funded European industry trip in Year 2
- Residential learning experiences alongside other apprentices from across the UK
- Development of professional skills, technical knowledge and industry understanding
- The opportunity to work for one of the UK's leading ports and logistics businesses
- Support and guidance throughout your apprenticeship journey
- The opportunity to work towards Engineering Technician (EngTech) status, helping to enhance your future career prospects
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Essential qualifications
- GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C)
- Maths (grade 4/C)
- Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
Other requirements
We're looking for someone who is:
- Keen to learn and develop new skills
- Motivated, reliable and eager to build a long-term career
- Positive, enthusiastic and willing to take on new challenges
- A good team player with strong communication skills
- Committed to doing their best and developing their future career
PD Ports
PD Ports is on a mission to be the UK’s leading port group. Driving forward new levels of safety, sustainability and innovation. Employing over 1400 people in the UK, PD Ports owns and operates the UK’s sixth largest port by volume. Offering end-to-end supply chain solutions with operations in 11 key ports and logistics centres across the UK, we are committed to retaining and developing talent nationwide.
Company benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Hybrid working arrangements
- A comprehensive welfare programme
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
- Access to learning and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life insurance scheme
- A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay.
Contact Information
The contact for this apprenticeship is: LEEDS COLLEGE OF BUILDING early.careers@pdports.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046740.
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