Europa Worldwide Group is sponsoring Generation Logistics Week and highlighting two examples from within its workforce where the next generation of talent has been given the opportunity to shine.
The week, led by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and Logistics UK and running from 24 – 28 June, is dedicated to connecting young people with employers to showcase the diverse career options available in the industry.
Europa said there was a role for everyone within the industry if they had the right attitude, a desire to progress and the ability to embrace new challenges.
The company supports its team members and provides them with continuous learning and development opportunities.
It cited the example of van operator Rhys Woolgrove: “When I was looking at leaving education, I wasn’t motivated by the thought of going to university; all I wanted to do was get into a job and start working straight away,” he said.
“I had no idea what I wanted to do, and then a couple of people from Europa came into my school, they did a big presentation about the company.
“Straight away it got me interested, so I applied. From the beginning I started taking as much knowledge and experience as I could.
“From there I went onto looking after a key account and now I am working in the operational side of things, a complete switch from customer service.”
Another Europa employee, branch manager Ben Stapleton said he chose an apprenticeship rather than go to university when he was 18:
“After the two-year apprenticeship, I started to climb the career ladder from account manager to become branch manager for the Nottingham site,” he explained.
Tom Jenkins, central services director at Europa Worldwide said that when the campaign was launched, it realised Woolgrove and Stapleton’s experiences should play a part in the initiative.
He said: “Rhys and Ben are perfect examples of how individuals with the right mindset and hunger to learn, can grow within the logistics industry and achieve an exciting career.
“We’re proud to support Generation Logistics Week as we truly believe there is a career for everyone in our industry which is why we make it our mission to progress, train and develop each individual to the highest standard.
“The week is a great opportunity for our industry to showcase our versatility and encourage the next generation.”
