Business Administration Apprentice - Transport
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Company: Cargo Express
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Location: Saltley,, B8 1JW
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Business, Administration, Finance and Law
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Ref: VAC-00868
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Application Deadline Date: 23/12/2025
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Start Date: 05/01/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 9am to 5pm Monday – Friday (40 hours)
Brief Description
Join Cargo Express who are a logistics and transport company where you'll support daily operations as a Business Administration Apprentice, gaining hands-on experience in office management, customer service, and logistics coordination.
Qualifications Required
4/C or above in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent.
Personal Qualities
Confident;
Hardworking;
Punctual;
Reliable;
Organised
Skills Required
Communication Skills;
Customer Service Skills;
IT Skills;
Teamwork Skills
Future Prospects
The company will offer long-term progression opportunities which will lead to payroll rise.
Vacancy Detail
Responsibilities
• Track and monitor company vehicles: monitoring vehicle status, usage, and availability.
• Book jobs into the scheduling/dispatch system in a timely manner.
• Communicate with drivers over the phone: allocate jobs, update schedules, confirm availability.
• Handle inbound and outbound calls from customers: take job requests, provide updates, answer general enquiries.
• Follow up with drivers to collect essential documentation (e.g., signed contracts, “back-to-work” interview forms, compliance paperwork).
• Liaise between office, drivers and customers to ensure smooth operations.
• Support general office administration as required.
Other Information
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