Logistics Apprentice

Logistics Apprentice

Location: Gloucester
Programme: Level 3 Apprenticeship
Duration: Three years
Start Date: September 2027

Safran - Here, We Craft Excellence Together

At Safran, excellence is a journey, and we'd love you to be part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation and opportunity come together to shape a more sustainable future.

Safran Landing Systems is a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, supporting commercial, business, military and defence aircraft around the world.

Our expertise covers the entire product lifecycle, from design, engineering and manufacturing through to maintenance, repair and overhaul. Our Gloucester site has been at the forefront of landing gear technology for more than 85 years, from the pioneering designs of Sir George Dowty to the advanced landing gear systems used on some of the world's most modern aircraft today.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• 25 days' annual leave plus UK bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional days.
• Annual bonus and share scheme options.
• Pension scheme with up to 8% matched contributions.
• Life assurance at four times your salary.
• On-site parking, including electric vehicle charging points.
• Subsidised restaurant.
• Bicycle storage and shower facilities.
• A wide range of flexible benefits and working options, depending on the role.
• Enhanced maternity and family-friendly benefits.
• Training, development, a personalised career plan and internal mobility opportunities.

About the Role

Join Safran Landing Systems in Gloucester and develop the knowledge, skills and experience needed to build a successful career in logistics and operations.

As a Logistics Apprentice, you'll play an important role in supporting the movement, storage and distribution of materials and products across a global aerospace business. You'll gain hands-on experience across a range of logistics activities, helping ensure materials are available when needed and delivered efficiently throughout the organisation.

Throughout the programme, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues, develop practical operational skills and gain valuable experience in warehouse, inventory and logistics management within a highly regulated aerospace environment.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day warehouse and logistics operations.
• Assist with goods receiving, storage and inventory management activities.
• Support order picking, allocation and kit marshalling activities.
• Assist with packing, dispatch, shipping and customs processes.
• Maintain accurate logistics records and documentation.
• Use business systems to support stock control, traceability and regulatory compliance.
• Support continuous improvement projects across the logistics function.
• Collaborate with operations, manufacturing, assembly, supply chain and planning teams.
• Assist with KPI reporting and logistics performance monitoring.
• Apply Lean and best-practice principles to support operational improvement.

What's in It for You?

Throughout the apprenticeship, you'll develop practical skills and experience in:

• Warehousing and logistics operations.
• Inventory management and stock control.
• Shipping, dispatch and customs processes.
• Supply chain and material flow management.
• Business systems and logistics technologies.
• Continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Lean principles and best-practice logistics methodologies.
• Data analysis, reporting and performance monitoring.

Programme Structure

Year 1

You'll spend time with a local specialist training provider, where the relevant units of your qualification will be delivered and assessed.

Years 2-3

Your training and assessment will continue within Safran Landing Systems, where you'll apply your learning in the workplace and gain experience across different logistics functions to support your development.

All apprentices are assigned an Apprenticeship Coordinator who will support them throughout their learning journey.

Qualifications

On successful completion of the programme, you'll achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification.

The programme will provide you with the knowledge, practical experience and recognised qualifications needed to begin building a career in logistics, warehousing and operations.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Criteria

• Five GCSEs at grades 9-5 or A -C, including English and Maths.

• A genuine interest in logistics, operations or supply chain activities.
• A willingness to learn and complete both the practical and academic aspects of the apprenticeship.

Desirable Criteria

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• An interest in how products, materials and inventory move through a business.
• Experience of teamwork, projects, volunteering, work experience or extracurricular activities.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications or other digital systems.

Recruitment Process

Stage 1 - Application

Apply online with your CV.

Final application decisions will not be made until after 8 January 2027.

Stage 2 - Online Assessment

Applicants who meet the initial criteria will be invited to complete an online assessment.

Stage 3 - Assessment Centre

Successful candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre at our Gloucester site in March 2027.

Stage 4 - Final Decision

Candidates will be informed of the outcome following the assessment centre.

Stage 5 - Onboarding

Our Early Careers team will support successful candidates before they join Safran, providing relevant updates and information ahead of the programme start.

Inclusion & Belonging at Safran

We recognise that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we'd encourage you to apply.

We're committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcome discussions about any reasonable adjustments that may help you participate fully.

We celebrate diversity and believe our differences help drive innovation, collaboration and success.

Get Involved

You can also become part of our wider Safran community through initiatives including:

• Women at Safran
• Diversity at Safran
• STEM Ambassadors
• Employee Forum
• Sports & Social Clubs
• Charity Partnerships
• Health & Wellbeing Programmes

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace while building a rewarding career with Safran.