Logistics Apprenticeships - Driving • HGV Tech • Traffic Office • Warehouse

Logistics Apprenticeships – Driving • HGV Tech • Traffic Office • Warehouse Locations: Duxford, Bedford, St Ives Start date: September 2025 intake (rolling earlier starts available) Contract: Fixed‑term 12–36 months → guaranteed permanent job on completion Pay: £7.55/hr (HGV Technician) – £12.39/hr (Others) → rises each year + paid travel/college time. Who we are Welch Group is a fourth‑generation, family‑run logistics company running 80 diesel and electric trucks, three depots and a specialist heavy‑lift division. We’re pioneers in zero‑emission haulage, operating the UK’s first 42‑tonne Renault E‑Tech tractor units. Why choose a Welch apprenticeship? You’ll earn, learn and graduate with a recognised qualification—plus a clear career pathway in a business that still knows every employee by name. Pick your pathway Pathway   Length & qualification   What you’ll learn Driver (Category C/C+E) – 12–15 months: Logistics Driver L2 (Cat C, then C+E licence). Vehicle checks, safe urban & long‑haul driving, load security, ePOD tech. HGV Technician – 36 months: IMI Heavy Vehicle L3 Mechanical & electrical diagnostics, servicing diesel and eHGV high‑voltage systems. Traffic Office – 18 months: Transport Operations Supervisor L3 Route & load planning in TMS, driver compliance, live‑ops problem‑solving. Warehouse Operative – 12 months: Supply‑Chain Warehouse L2 Pick/pack, forklift ops, WMS data, stock control & health‑and‑safety. What you’ll do Spend four days a week hands‑on in your chosen department. Attend off‑site or online college/IMI training one day a week (paid). Work with mentors who’ve come up through the same routes. Complete real projects that improve efficiency and cut carbon. The skills & attitude you’ll bring GCSE Grade 4/C in Maths & English (or willingness to gain Functional Skills). Curious mind, solid work ethic and team spirit. 18 yrs+ for the Driving pathway (licence regulations); 16 yrs+ for others. A genuine interest in transport, engineering or supply‑chain operations. What’s in it for you Paid holidays (20 days + bank holidays) and company pension from day 1. Free uniform, PPE and, for techs, tool‑purchase discount scheme. Travel expenses to college plus time off for exams. Access to our employee‑assistance & wellbeing programme. Graduation bonus and automatic pay uplift into your permanent role. Fast‑track options to Cat C+E, Master Tech or Traffic Planner once qualified. How to apply Send a short CV or school/college summary to View email address on click.appcast.io . We’ll invite you to an open‑day tour of your local depot. Welch Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value fresh ideas and diverse perspectives—come build the future of greener logistics with us. #J-18808-Ljbffr Welch's Transport Limited