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Transport Operations and Commercial Driver - Apprenticeship

Clare Distribution Services

Work arrangement
Full-time
In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. First Year Apprentice Vacancy Job Purpose The Commercial Driving Apprentice will participate in a structured two-year development programme combining hands-on multidrop delivery driving with rotational experience across key logistics functions, including transport planning, fleet maintenance, and yard/shunter operations. The purpose of the role is to develop fully qualified, competent, and safety-conscious commercial drivers with a broad operational understanding of the logistics and transport environment. What You'll Do As a Commercial Driving Apprentice, you'll begin by learning the fundamentals of multi-drop delivery driving before gaining hands-on experience across a number of key operational departments. Throughout the programme you'll work alongside experienced colleagues and receive mentoring and structured training in areas including: • Multi-drop delivery driving and customer service • Safe vehicle operation and daily vehicle inspections • Transport planning and route scheduling • Fleet maintenance processes and vehicle compliance • Yard operations and vehicle movements • Health & Safety and regulatory compliance • Manual handling, Electric Pallet Truck (EPT) and Tail Lift operation • Customer communication and delivery procedures As your experience grows, you'll take on increasing responsibility while working towards becoming a fully qualified professional commercial driver. What You'll Learn During your apprenticeship you'll gain practical experience in: Driving Operations • Safe and efficient multi-drop deliveries • Vehicle safety inspections and defect reporting • Route planning and time management • Customer service and professional communication • Road safety, Drivers' Hours Regulations and compliance What We Offer • Earn while you learn through a structured apprenticeship programme • Practical experience across multiple areas of a busy logistics operation • Full mentoring and support from experienced transport professionals • Progression towards recognised commercial driving qualifications (Category C / CE as applicable) • Ongoing training and development • A clear career pathway within a growing transport business • Opportunity for long-term employment upon successful completion of the programme If you're ambitious, motivated and ready to build a rewarding career in the transport and logistics industry, we'd love to hear from you. Employer Information Address Unit B9, Kingswood Business Park Lower Baldonnell Road Baldonnell Dublin 22
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