Transport Operations & Commercial Driving Apprenticeship at Patrick Bergin & Son

Patrick Bergin & Son have a vacancy for a Transport Operations & Commercial Driving Apprentice to join their Kilkenny base.

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.

Primary Purpose of the Role:

To load, transport and deliver dry goods in a prompt, professional and safe manner in accordance with Company and legal standards. To ensure truck and maintenance schedules/paperwork are completed accurately and on time.

• Working with Container (Dry reefers)/Curtainsider/Box Van/fridge/Bulker/Flatbed
• Overnights and or Scheduled work pattern
• Full – Time Contract
• Long Established Professional Company, with a well-maintained fleet by our in-house maintenance team

Criteria

• C+E Driving Licence
• Valid CPC & Digital Tachograph Card
• Dublin/Cork Port Pass/Access Cards Beneficial
• 1 year driving experience
• Good Geographical experience of ROI/NI
• Good Customer Service
• A good standard of English
• No work permits applied for

Terms

• Accommodation available
• Overtime Available
• Competitive Rates
• On site parking
• Sick Pay/Pension
• All PPE Supplied
• CPC training provided
• On site driver’s facilities
• HR mobile App
• Walk around mobile App

Apply Now

Send CVs and Covering Letters to : recruitment@bergintransport.ie