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.
Are you looking for your first step into an exciting industry? Want to earn while you learn, gain a nationally recognised qualification and work with one of the UK's leading ports businesses?
PD Ports is looking for a motivated and ambitious individual to join our Humber team as a Level 3 Transport Planning Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop practical skills, work alongside experienced professionals and build a long-term career in transport, logistics and supply chain operations. No previous industry experience is required.
The Role
As a Transport Planning Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues in our transport team, helping to plan and coordinate the movement of goods across our ports and logistics network. 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.
Skills & Experience
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people at all stages of their journey and encourage you to apply even if you haven't worked in the industry before. No previous experience in transport or logistics is needed. We're looking for enthusiastic people who are interested in transport, logistics and supply chain operations, enjoy working as part of a team, and are keen to learn and develop new skills. You should hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above.
Behaviour & Values
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
Why Join Us?
At PD Ports, we invest in our people. 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
Alongside a competitive salary, you'll benefit from:
- 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
If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to start your career in a growing industry, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short cover letter telling us a bit about yourself to [email protected] and use job reference L3AP3002.
Applications close on 26th August 2026.
Successful applicants will be invited to attend an assessment centre at PD Ports, Groveport. This will include a variety of activities designed to help us get to know you and assess skills such as communication, problem-solving and teamwork. You'll also take part in a short interview with members of the team.
We are planning to hold our assessment centre during the week commencing 07th September 2026.
Equal Opportunities
- We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
Application question(s):
- Do you hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above?
Licence/Certification:
- GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above? (required)
Work Location: In person
