Are you considering a career in the logistics industry for 2022?
The New Year is upon us, and many people across the country are setting new ambitions and resolutions for 2022.
One opportunity that many people look to take at the turn of the year is to start a new career, and this article is here for those of you looking to start a career in the logistics industry.
This article will be going into detail on:
- Why should you consider a career in logistics?
- What jobs are available?
- How can 2 Start help you?
The logistics industry is a vast field with many different job roles on offer.
Why should you consider a career in logistics?
There are a host of reasons why you should look at starting a career in the logistics industry, all of which shows the importance and benefits of having a job in logistics.
Increase in demand
The first reason you should look at starting a career in the logistics industry is the high demand for workers in all fields, from HGV drivers to forklift operators.
The UK HGV driver shortage has further exasperated the need for workers in logistics, with supply chains and deliveries coming under massive pressure, especially in recent months as the shortages have become more apparent.
The HGV driver shortage has not only meant that firms are looking for more drivers but, it also means other jobs are in demand, such as warehouse forklift operators and transport managers.
Increase in Pay
Closely linked to the driver shortage, there has been an increase in pay in the logistics industry. Use the links below to read some of our recent articles and see how much you could potentially earn if you choose to start your career in logistics:
- How much can I earn as a forklift driver?
- How much can I earn as a Transport Manager?
- Is it worth getting my UK HGV licence?
The increase in pay across the industry has been caused by many factors but is mainly down to the before-mentioned HGV driver shortage and the increased demand for supply-chain workers.
Opportunities to progress
There is a myth around the logistics industry that there is little room for progression and that the work is boring.
However, this could not be further from the truth, with many firms offering self-progression and encouraging upskilling.
Additionally, those who put in the extra work towards gaining higher licence categories and qualifications tend to reap the rewards.
A great example would be someone who holds a Category C licence, who has the pathway to progress their career and gain their C+E licence, which can lead to more work and increased pay.
Furthermore, they could then work towards gaining their ADR licence, which would allow them to transport specialist types of goods that only a small number of drivers can carry.
There are many other examples and pathways in the logistics that show progression is available to those who want it.
What jobs are available?
As mentioned, the logistics industry is an extremely diverse and varying field, that comes with many different opportunities. Some of the jobs in the logistics industry include:
- Warehouse workers.
- HGV drivers.
- Forklift Operators.
- Supply Chain Coordinators.
- Transport Managers.
These are just a handful of the jobs available to those of you who are looking at starting a career in the logistics industry.
View the latest local job vacancies in the logistics industry
How can 2 Start help you?
Here at 2 Start Training, we provide an extensive range of logistics and driver training courses.
We provide training on the following driver categories:
All our driver training courses will give you the skills and knowledge that you need to pass your training, gain your licence, and be able to safely operate the vehicle that you completed your training on.
Additionally, we have a range of logistics training courses available, including:
All our training courses are taught by highly experienced professionals, all of whom are qualified to give you the highest standard of training available!
Don’t miss out, book your training online, with courses filling up fast across the board!
Book your training online today or by calling our friendly team of training advisors on 02392 123 555.
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