LGV/HGV Driver Apprenticeship - Transportation Associate Programme 10 month fixed term contract

Amazon


Date: 19 hours ago
City: Sutton Coldfield
Contract type: Full time
Description

Are you ready to be part of Europe's most innovative logistics network? Amazon is seeking ambitious individuals to join our Transportation Associate Programme as apprentice HGV drivers. This is your opportunity to build an exciting career in transportation while earning a fully-funded Class 1 license with one of the world's most forward-thinking companies.

Why Amazon Transportation?

  • One of Europe's largest and most sophisticated logistics networks
  • Millions of miles covered annually, delivering smiles to customers across the UK
  • Revolutionary delivery systems with innovative technology
  • Hundreds of delivery stations, fulfilment centres, and sortation centres
  • Industry-leading technology for route optimisation
  • Committed to becoming net-zero carbon by 2040
  • State-of-the-art vehicle fleet with advanced safety features

Throughout your 10-month apprenticeship, you'll work towards becoming a qualified HGV driver – combining practical, on-the-job experience with industry-recognised study. You'll learn to safely operate heavy goods vehicles, perform trailer moves in Amazon yards and on public roads across multiple site types. Apprentices will operate scheduled shifts and be home at the end of every shift (no long-haul multi-day trips).

Key job responsibilities

Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll develop technical and professional skills, including:

  • Developing a comprehensive skill set essential for modern HGV driving
  • Gaining your professional Class 1 license while mastering advanced vehicle handling techniques and learning smart route planning and optimisation
  • Training in industry-leading safety practices and modern logistics technology, ensuring you're equipped with the latest innovations in transportation
  • Developing expert customer service skills, as our drivers are the face of Amazon to many of our customers

These combined skills will form the foundation of your transportation career, preparing you for success in this dynamic industry.

We value different perspectives and experiences, and we're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our employee-led affinity groups including communities for women in tech, LGBTQ+ employees, and underrepresented minorities, foster a culture on inclusion that empowers us to be proud of our differences. These groups provide community, mentorship, and a platform for your voice to be heard. We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve.

We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Ready to Drive Your Future? Join Amazon's transportation revolution and become part of a team that's reshaping the future of logistics. Apply now and take the first step towards becoming a professional HGV driver with one of the world's most innovative companies.

Basic Qualifications

  • To qualify for this programme, you must:
  • Be 18 years or over before the start date (June 2026)
  • Have the right to live and work in England (if you are on a visa, this needs to enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme until May 2027)
  • Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years
  • Be a resident of the UK for the entire duration of the programme
  • Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending May 2026 or later
  • Have at least 2 GCSEs grades 9-4/A-C or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English
  • Active Class B Driver's License
  • Ability to obtain a HGV Driver's license category C+E
  • As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must undergo and pass a comprehensive medical check prior to the start date.
  • Following the medical check forms D2/D4 must be sent to DVLA awaiting the decision on Provisional C+E license entitlements.
  • Candidates will be asked to provide the new driving license share code before the apprenticeship start date
  • If your qualifications were gained outside of the UK you must provide a Statement of Comparability from UK ENIC to confirm eligibility.
  • As part of the recruitment and enrolment process for this apprenticeship, candidates must provide proof of all required qualifications. Original certificates or certified copies must be submitted. This is a mandatory requirement to secure the position. A deadline for providing qualification certificates will be shared with successful candidates. Applications without verified qualifications by the stated deadline will automatically be unsuccessful. Failure to provide proof of qualifications by the stated deadline will result in the withdrawal of any conditional offer and you will not be able to commence the apprenticeship program.

Preferred Qualifications

  • You have 5 GCSEs at Grades 9-4/A-C (or equivalent), including Maths, English and a Science/Technology subject.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.


Company - Amazon UK Services Ltd. - A10

Job ID: A3119068

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