Transport Admin Apprentice
Xpo Transport Solutions UK Limited · Ilkeston · posted 23 October 2026
Wage
£26,463.84 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Traffic operator (level 2)
Starts
30 November 2026
Closing date
12 November 2026
Positions
1
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Accountabilities:
- Liaising with customers regarding delivery schedules, delivery updates and service enquiries
- Accurate data entry and maintenance of transport management systems
- Communicating with hauliers, drivers and third-party delivery networks to coordinate collections and deliveries
- Monitoring daily transport operations and tracking shipments through to completion
- Proactively notifying customers of delivery dates, times and any delays
- Investigating delivery failures, service issues and customer complaints, ensuring corrective actions are taken where required
- Uploading, retrieving and tracing Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation
- Preparing and issuing loader packs, manifests and delivery paperwork
Your training
- Traffic Operator Level 2 Apprenticeship
- Functional Skills in English and math at level 2 unless exempt through previous qualifications gained
Where it leads
- An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
- Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
- Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
About Xpo Transport Solutions UK Limited
XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.
Things to consider
Essential skills required: Good knowledge of UK Geography. Experience in using computer software systems. Successful tracking record in communication and building relationships with customers. Experience in a challenging Customer Service environment.
Skills they're looking for
Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeGood knowledge of UK Geography
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade A*-C / 4-9) — desired
- GCSE Maths (grade A* - C / 9 - 4) — desired
Where you'll work
- Saint Gobain C O XPO Logistics, Cat and Fiddle Lane West Hallam, Ilkeston, DE7 6HD
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