Supply Chain Logistician Apprentice

Logistics is the backbone of the Royal Navy. It's your job to work closely with your Logistics Officer to make sure your crewmates have what they need, when they need it – wherever you are in the world. But being a logistician in the Submarine Service is different. Without you, the submarine wouldn't – and couldn't – be operational.

What you'll do

• You'll learn all the skills you need to ensure your submarine has everything it needs to be operationally effective, regardless of the rigours of the highly classified mission you're deployed on
• Learn about managing a complex global supply chain, and how to source the items you need, all over the world
• Learn additional skills as an Incident Board operator, helping damage-control teams fight fires and floods

A submarine's first defence is stealth, so giving away its position is a huge consideration. Trips to the surface are for food supplies and your crewmates' morale. These vital factors, and millions of pounds-worth of equipment, are in your hands.

Training

• Once your initial training is complete you will be qualified as Supply Chain Logistician (Submariner) (Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship) level 2
• Functional skills if required
• After successfully completing your professional training, you will stay another four months at HMS Raleigh in the Submarine School. You'll learn about submarine operations, including warfare, weapons, nuclear propulsion and escape training, and go to sea in a submarine
• After this, there'll be a test to check your knowledge. When you pass, you'll earn your ‘Dolphins' – the coveted badge of a qualified Submariner

After the apprenticeship

• You'll start your naval career as an Able Rate. With experience and further training, you could be promoted to Leading Hand and beyond
• If you show the right commitment, skills, and academic ability, you could become a Commissioned Officer
• Members of the Royal Navy are promoted on merit. Work hard and you can rise through the ranks

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, Math and English (grade GCSE Level C/4)

Things to consider

• You can also gain academic qualifications such as GCSEs, A-levels, even a degree
• As well as helping you develop your Royal Navy career, everything you achieve will be recognised and valued by future civilian employers

About the employer

The Royal Navy (RN) is responsible for the protection of British interests at home and around the World. 95% of all world trade passes through the high seas and every year Britain imports £524 billion worth of goods.

The RN takes an active part in the protection of British Shipping. Around the United Kingdom the RN protects vital fishing stocks by monitoring fishing activities in our waters.

We recruit throughout the year, so please ignore Key Dates

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2), Transport and logistics
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: ROYAL NAVY
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Shifts to be confirmed
• Start date: 2 August 2030
• Positions available: 59
• Wage: £20,400 a year