Supply Chain and Logistics Training Programme

Are you ready to launch your career in one of the UK's leading logistics companies? Davies Turner Plc has an exciting Supply and Logistics A Level Entry Early Careers Programme opportunity!

Have you got what it takes to succeed? The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.

Location:

Dartford, DA2 6QJ

Salary: £23,000 minimum per annum

Job Type: Full Time, 2-Year Fixed Programme

Closing Date: 2 July 2026

Davies Turner Plc is a leading UK-based multimodal freight forwarder specialising in logistics, e-commerce and warehousing. As one of the largest independent freight forwarding companies in the UK, we manage global freight movements by road, rail, air, and sea. Founded in 1870, we operate from 23 branches across the UK, employ nearly 1,000 colleagues, and have a turnover exceeding £225 million.

• Assist with coordinating import and export shipments
• Support shipping, transport, and customs documentation
• Communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
• Track shipments and update internal systems
• Support compliance with industry and regulatory requirements
• Provide administrative and operational support

• Ocean Freight
• European Road Freight
• Central Operations
• Logistics & Warehousing
• Customs Clearance

• A minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points, achieved through recognised Level 3 qualifications such as A-Levels, BTEC Level 3 qualifications, T-Levels, or other qualifications listed on the UCAS Tariff
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 / C or above
• Please note:
  
  qualifications that are not recognised on the UCAS Tariff, Level 2 qualifications, or experience-only routes without a recognised Level 3 qualification will not be considered.

• A genuine interest in logistics and supply chains
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Confident communication and teamwork skills
• Good attention to detail
• Basic IT skills and a positive, proactive attitude
• Applicants should reside no more than 30 miles from the office DA2 6QJ

This position is based at Crossways Business Park in Dartford which has good road, bus and rail links.

In addition, you will need the right to work in the UK – we can't sponsor work permits.

• £23,000 minimum starting salary
• £1,000 increase every 6 months whilst on the training programme (subject to performance)
• Up to 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Life cover
• Profit‑related pay*
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare*
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Industry‑recognised qualification
• Retail and lifestyle discounts