Workshop Admin & Supply Apprentice

at  CLdN Ports London Ltd

WORKSHOP ADMIN & SUPPLY APPRENTICE

CLdN is a leading provider of integrated quay-to-quay and door-to-door logistics solutions. Founded in 1929, CLdN ensures reliable, cost-effective transport that links the major economic areas of Europe. With 30 ships and more than 200 sailings a week, CLdN provides shortsea connections between the European continent, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Iberia and Scandinavia and offers the lowest CO2 footprint of all Western European RoRo operators. CLdN’s cargo and multimodal services have a Europe-wide reach using CLdN’s extensive network of ships, terminals and equipment. CLdN’s 3,000 employees ensure that it fulfills its mission: to excel as an integrated provider of maritime links. 
Within this challenging role, you will be enrolled onto a Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship course and will receive full support from the organisation throughout the 18-month training programme. As part of this position, you will be required to assist the Workshop Administration & Stores team, by liaising with Engineers and our Suppliers, the Operatives and the Terminal Management team. There is potential for future permanent employment for the right candidate, with development opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a flexible, professional, and pro-active approach to work.

· You will be expected to study and pass the Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship.
· Contribute to a healthy and safe working environment; work to the Company’s SSOW (Safe System of Works) and HSE approved codes of practice.
· To support the Workshop Administration & Stores team with general administration tasks, projects and data gathering.
· To assist and ensure that documents and systems are accurate and organised to guarantee records are kept updated, adhering to company policies.
· Ensure procurement systems and databases are managed, maintained and information cleansed for accurate reporting.
· To assist with the reconciliation of invoices, delivery notes and stock receipt notes against purchases. To ensure that all purchasing requirements are carried out fully within the pre-determined legal procedures.
· To identify cost reductions and be responsible for cost effective practices for the benefit of the Company.
· To communicate professionally to build solid relationships with peers, colleagues, suppliers and other stakeholders.
· To communicate with Stores and Accounts departments and ensure that the information flow between the departments is accurate and timely.
· Supporting other managers and supervisors with administrative tasks will also be a requirement.