Job Description

Are you looking to start a long-term career in freight forwarding and logistics with a growing global business?
cargo-partner is continuing to expand across the UK, and due to ongoing success we’re looking for a Trainee Road Freight Operator to join our Road Operations team in Basildon This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in logistics with full training provided, working alongside experienced operators who will support your learning and development.
About cargo-partnerFor over 40 years, cargo-partner has supported clients with a full portfolio of Air, Ocean, Road and Warehousing services. We’re proud to have strengthened our global position further by joining the Nippon Express Group (NX Group), giving our teams access to even greater opportunities across an international network.
At cargo-partner, we believe in training, loyalty and internal progression Our operations management team will support you with a structured learning plan to help you develop into a fully competent Road Freight Operator.

What you’ll be doing (with training and support)
As a Trainee within the Road Operations team, you’ll support the coordination of road freight services including bookings, pricing, customs processes and customer updates. You will learn how to manage shipments from start to finish and gain valuable experience in a busy freight forwarding environment.

Key Responsibilities
Learning how to load bookings into the Ondot systemAssisting with arranging cost-effective domestic collections and deliveriesSupporting the team with booking EU hauliers and pallet networksLearning how to complete import and export customs entriesAssisting with export T1 documents (training provided)Supporting export groupage trailer builds and preparation of export documentationLiaising with the warehouse regarding loading/unloading, labelling and discrepanciesCommunicating with cargo-partner offices across Europe to support customs clearance and transport updatesProviding shipment updates to clients and internal stakeholdersRequesting and issuing PODsSupporting supplier cost negotiation and administrationAssisting with preparing shipment files for invoicing

What we’re looking forThis role would suit someone who is enthusiastic, organised and keen to learn. Prior road freight experience is helpful but not essential — the main requirement is a desire to build a career in logistics.

Desired Skills & Attributes
Interest in developing a career in freight forwarding / logisticsStrong attention to detail and willingness to learn processes and systemsConfident communication skills (phone/email)Strong customer service mindset and team approachAbility to work under pressure in a fast-paced environmentOrganised, reliable and able to meet deadlinesAny prior experience in logistics, transport, warehousing or customer service is an advantage

What we can offer
25 days holiday + bank holidaysPrivate AXA Healthcare after successful probationStability and long-term development with a truly international logistics businessStructured training and support from experienced operatorsClear progression opportunities within the businessA supportive, friendly team cultureFree parking