Transport Operations & Commercial Driving Apprentice

UMR Group are now seeking full time, enthusiastic apprentices to join our company as a trainee articulated lorry driver.

As an apprentice you will be part of an energetic team within a very busy metal recycling company.

The Transport Operations & Commercial Driving Apprenticeship provides the academic qualification and practical training and work experience that supports a vibrant and exciting career in the freight distribution and logistics sector. Apprentices will also receive expert driving lessons and training in advance of completing their C/CE driving test and attaining the Driver CPC qualification.

The academic award for this apprenticeship is a Higher Certificate (NFQ level 6) in Business in Transport Services and is the first qualification on the national framework of qualifications (NFQ) linked to the profession of commercial driving

Benefits for Apprentices

• QQI Level 6 Award ‘Higher Certificate in Transport Operations & Commercial Driving’

• Internationally recognized qualification

• Earn as you Learn

• Two-year employment contract leading to permanent position

• Gaining valuable on the job experience and workplace skills

• Excellent Career Opportunities in the Security Transport sector

Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you will have the following:

• A full HGV licence (C + CE)

• Ability to load with a truck mounted crane

• Capacity to carry out daily vehicle checks

• A broad knowledge of the scrap metal recycling industry

• Capability to complete necessary paperwork

• Excellent customer service

• A clear understanding of Health & Safety requirements

Requirements

• Full clean Category B licence

• Strong interest in professional driving

• Reliable, safety-conscious, and eager to learn

• Good communication, teamwork, and timekeeping skills

• Commitment to completing the CDAP apprenticeship