Warehouse Administration Apprentice

This is an exciting career opportunity in an international, challenging business setting known for diversity and high paced environment. You will improve your industry knowledge and gain extensive knowledge of the warehousing industry.

Energising and pioneering, this is also an environment that keeps you motivated. You’ll be joining a genuinely diverse, talented team that’s passionate about being there for customers, and for each other. The many other highlights include industry-leading talent development initiatives and competitive benefits.

Key responsibilities of the Warehouse Administrator Apprentice:

Planning & Scheduling:

Support daily warehouse scheduling, ensuring efficient flow of goods and alignment with operational priorities Assist in allocating resources and space based on incoming and outgoing volumes

Inbound & Outbound Documentation:

Verify the accuracy and completeness of shipping and receiving paperwork
Prepare documentation required for customs clearance, internal systems, and customer visibility Maintain a clear audit trail of all documents

Freight Coordination & Tracking:

Track incoming containers and liaise with carriers, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery Support escalation processes for delayed shipments or discrepancies

Systems & Data Entry:

Accurately input and update shipment and inventory data into warehouse management systems (WMS) Assist the Customer Service and Yard Operations teams by ensuring timely and accurate data availability

Stock & Inventory Control:

Support regular stock counts, cycle checks, and variance investigations
Assist with reporting stock discrepancies and recommending corrective actions

Health & Safety Awareness:

Understand and adhere to warehouse safety procedures and site rules Assist with maintaining a clean, organised, and compliant workspace

Continuous Improvement:

Participate in team huddles and process reviews to identify improvement opportunities Support Lean or 5S initiatives where applicable

Stakeholder Communication:

Liaise professionally with internal teams (warehouse operatives, transport, customer service) and external partners (carriers, suppliers) Support customer-focused problem solving and resolution

Training:

Level 3 Supply Chain Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard qualification, which includes:

Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required) End-Point Assessment (EPA)

This apprenticeship will be delivered in the workplace. You will have a dedicated assessor who will provide guidance and monitor progress throughout. You will have access to an online portfolio to allow you to monitor your progress and log work completed.

Training Outcome:
A role in a successful, dynamic company Be a part of a strong team of performance driven colleagues Great future career prospects for advancement A professional working environment

Employer Description:
An integrated logistics company working in 130 countries and founded in 1904. Maersk's business activities include shipping, port operation, supply chain management and warehousing. At Maersk, our strategic vision is to become the Global Integrator, offering truly integrated logistics solutions that connect, protect and simplify our customers’ supply chains. At Maersk, we are on a revolutionary journey to simplify global trade, which will give us the chance to offer a major impact on the world economy, & your career. At Maersk we want to be a true integrator of container logistics connecting and simplifying our customers’ supply chain through global end-to-end solutions. We count on our diverse people to make it happen.  We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams. By Joining Maersk, you will become part of the global family of the company that moves 20% of global trade everyday all the way, where one of our core values is Our Employees. It goes without saying that we value diversity: we thrive on the diversity of our talent in all its forms, and we see it as a strength in building high-performance teams across brands, cultures, and locations.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm. Working hours to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience