Equipment Apprentice

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as an Equipment Apprentice.

Be part of the movement - and play your part.

About the role

You will be responsible for the organisation and administration of the Equipment department, making sure our fleet is running efficiently whilst completing a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Administration.

• Working Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00
• Check daily on where all the trailer fleet is and follow up on static equipment.
• Organising the MOT & Service schedules for the fleet of trailers.
• Arrange with third party repairers in all countries to book in MOT, service, and repair work on daily basis.
• Arranging for unscheduled maintenance and breakdown.
• Ensure that cost control is adhered to.
• Assist in evolving the function and control measures within the group.

About you

You must be a self-driven individual with an open mind and willing to learn. We are looking for someone who is ambitious and able to work on their own initiative as well as being a part of our Equipment team.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

Now about what we can give you. You'll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

• Life assurance cover
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips
• Full employee assistance programme including:
• Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.
• Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
• Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.
• Access to Thrive, our award-winning Wellbeing platform.
• Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

While you're with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now.

If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we'd love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we're keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you.