HGV Transport Apprentice (Business Admin Level 3)

Summary

Do you enjoy problem-solving and keeping things running like clockwork? Would you like to kick-start your career in the fast-moving world of transport and logistics? As an HGV Transport Apprentice, you'll gain experience in how a fleet of HGVs operate; from planning truck routes to scheduling vehicle maintenance and handling the essential admin.

Wage

£16,500 a year

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Salary: £16,500 per annum based on a 40 hour week including college study days

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm, with an hour for lunch. During term-time you will attend college, one day a week.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Shoreham Port operates 24/7 365 days a year and has a rich maritime history. Our HGV team plays a crucial role in welcoming cargo from around the world and ensuring it reaches its final destination safely and efficiently. As part of this team, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the world of haulage, learning the ropes in a supportive and friendly environment. Every day is different, with lots of opportunity to get involved with a wide range of haulage activities.

You'll have the opportunity to learn from a team of experienced transport experts as you earn your Business Administration Level 3 qualification. This is an exciting chance to build valuable skills that could open the door to a long-term career in transport operations or logistics.

Where you’ll work

Gate 1
Basin Road South
Portslade
Brighton
BN41 1WF

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

We offer a fully funded Level 3 (Business Administration) provided by Chichester College Group (CCG).

Your work schedule will be structured with 4 days a week in the office and 1 day a week attending college/studying remotely (term-time).

More training information

During the college holidays you will be in the office full-time so we can help you develop your portfolio for your end-point assessment.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

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
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Team working

About this company

Shoreham Port is a vital commercial hub with a proud history that dates back to 1760. Operating 24/7, our Port plays a crucial role in facilitating local and international trade, handling a diverse range of cargoes, including timber, steel, aggregates, bulks, glass, woodchip, and cereals. We provide a full range of marine services to commercial users including fishing vessels, and our marinas are home to many local leisure users. Beyond our core operations, we manage an extensive commercial property portfolio that supports over 175 small and medium-sized enterprises, including our own hospitality venue, Port Kitchen. Extensive onsite solar arrays and onshore wind turbines generate renewable energy, contributing towards our decade-long certification as an EcoPort.

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Company benefits

* Generous pension scheme * 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays * Full induction and provision of relevant Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the role * Access to a health care plan * 25% colleague discount at Port Kitchen our on-site cafe

After this apprenticeship

Completion of Business Administration Level 3 opens several career paths within the fields of transport operations or logistics.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SHOREHAM PORT AUTHORITY

The People Team

jobs@shoreham-port.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000312509.

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Closes in 9 days (Tuesday 22 April 2025)

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