2026 Port of Felixstowe Apprenticeship Scheme
Making an Impact – Join the team that keeps Britain moving!
Are you looking to an Apprenticeship scheme to start in September 2026? Want to work for a brand formed by its commitment to innovation and connectivity not just locally but globally? We have the next step for you!
Shaping The Future
Hutchison Ports – Port of Felixstowe is the UK’s largest deep‑water container port and a major gateway for global trade. We are recruiting for apprentices to join one of our many programmes for 2026, with great opportunities across our Technical, Environmental and Business Support functions.
Let’s Grow Together
You will engage in continuous learning through both formal and on-the-job training securing relevant accreditation through completion of your 3-year apprenticeship. Be involved in multiple projects and driving opportunity and change within your desired business area.
Kick Start Your Journey…
If you are looking for the first steps into YOUR career – what we require from you is as follows:
1. Minimum of 6 GCSE’s at Level 4 or Grade C or above, including Maths and English (or equivalent).
2. Understanding of IT to enable these skills to be enhanced during your traineeship.
3. Effective communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with multiple departments with a strong willingness to learn throughout.
4. The ability to focus on quality and accuracy of work.
5. Aged over 18 by 1st September 2026
What’s In It for YOU?
6. 3 Year Fixed Term Contract – Starting from September 2026
7. Salary currently at £23,891 per annum. This is due to increase, as our apprenticeship salaries fall in line with the National Living Wage, which is released in April 2026
8. 24 Day’s Annual Leave
9. Perkbox retail discounts, wellbeing content and savings across hundreds of brands.
AND MANY MORE.
Inclusion & Community
We’re proud to be a Women in Maritime Chartered employer and support diversity through active colleague networks in Gender, Cultural, LGBTQIA+ and Wellbeing. We also welcome discussions around flexible working, where operationally suitable.
The Recruitment Process - What is involved?
Our recruitment process has been designed for you to easily apply and highlight the best of your skills, expertise and personal attributes. We want you to be prepared, confident and the best version of you for this role.
10. Apply online by 8th March 2026 – share your relevant experience and transferable skills
11. Anonymous shortlisting – all identifiable details are removed before hiring managers review applications.
12. Online Task & Interview– scenario‑based activity + competency interview March/ April 2026.
13. Outcome – we aim to update all candidates by May 2026 – for then you to start in September 2026.
Hutchison Ports UK is able to sponsor skilled worker visas in cases where the role fits the requirements set out by the UK government. Please refer to the government website to understand the requirements needed. In cases where a post-study visa is used initially, it may be the case that the skilled worker visa requirements will not be met once this visa has expired.
Hutchison Ports is committed to creating and developing an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants and encourage discussion about flexible working opportunities. We offer a supportive, community environment and have been awarded Chartered status by Women In Maritime. We have our own Women’s Network, offer leadership, mentoring and role specific training.
Apply today
Bring your commitment, teamwork and drive—and we’ll give you a career, not just a job.