Are you ready to be part of Europe’s most innovative logistics network? Amazon is seeking ambitious individuals to join our Transportation Associate Programme as apprentice HGV drivers. This is your opportunity to build an exciting career in transportation while earning a fully funded Class 1 license with one of the world’s most forward‑thinking companies.
Why Amazon Transportation?
* One of Europe’s largest and most sophisticated logistics networks
* Millions of miles covered annually, delivering smiles to customers across the UK
* Revolutionary delivery systems with innovative technology
* Hundreds of delivery stations, fulfilment and sortation centres
* Industry‑leading technology for route optimisation
* Committed to becoming net‑zero carbon by 2040
* State‑of‑the‑art vehicle fleet with advanced safety features
Throughout your 10‑month apprenticeship, you’ll work towards becoming a qualified HGV driver – combining practical, on‑the‑job experience with industry‑recognised study. You’ll learn to safely operate heavy goods vehicles, perform trailer moves in Amazon yards and on public roads across multiple site types. Apprentices will operate scheduled shifts and be home at the end of every shift (no long‑haul multi‑day trips).
Key Job Responsibilities
* Developing a comprehensive skill set essential for modern HGV driving.
* Gaining your professional Class 1 license while mastering advanced vehicle handling techniques and learning smart route planning and optimisation.
* Training in industry‑leading safety practices and modern logistics technology to ensure you are equipped with the latest innovations in transportation.
* Developing expert customer service skills, as our drivers are the face of Amazon to many of our customers.
Required Qualifications
* Be 18 years or over before the start date (June 2026).
* Have the right to live and work in England (if on a visa, legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme until May 2027).
* Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years.
* Be a resident of the UK for the entire duration of the programme.
* Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending May 2026 or later.
* Have at least 2 GCSEs grades 9‑4/A‑C or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
* Active Class B Driver's License.
* Ability to obtain a HGV Driver's license category C + E.
* As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must undergo and pass a comprehensive medical check prior to the start date.
* Following the medical check, forms D2/D4 must be sent to DVLA awaiting the decision on provisional C + E license entitlements.
* Candidates will be asked to provide the new driving licence share code before the apprenticeship start date.
* If your qualifications were gained outside of the UK you must provide a Statement of Comparability from UK ENIC to confirm eligibility.
* As part of the recruitment and enrolment process for this apprenticeship, candidates must provide proof of all required qualifications. Original certificates or certified copies must be submitted.
* Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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