Trainee Logistics & Exports Coordinator
Salary £ Competitive
Aberdeen
Vacancy listed 10/09/2026
Application deadline 31/12/2026
Details
To support the day-to-day coordination of UK shipments, imports and exports, ensuring equipment and documentation move efficiently and customers are kept updated. The role will work closely with the wider logistics, sales and operations teams and provides an opportunity to develop knowledge and experience in shipping, customs and international logistics processes.

  • Support the coordination of UK business shipments, imports and global exports.
  • Assist with arranging deliveries to customers and internal STR locations.
  • Track shipments from dispatch through to delivery, escalating delays or issues and keeping relevant teams updated.
  • Coordinate intercompany movements of rental assets to support customer orders.
  • Liaise with nominated freight forwarders, couriers and other freight partners to arrange collections and deliveries.
  • Prepare and maintain shipping and customs documentation, with support and guidance from experienced team members.
  • Follow STR processes relating to customs, export controls and Dual Use requirements, escalating queries where required.
  • Provide logistics and asset status updates to the wider STR Group.
  • Provide general administrative support to the sales and operations teams as required.
  • Provide a high level of customer service through accurate and timely communication.

A relevant logistics, shipping, business administration or supply chain qualification is desirable but not essential. Training will be provided.
Benefits

Benefits:
• Private medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Wellbeing package such as additional paid leave day per year, enhanced sick pay and lunch and learns
• Comprehensive, ongoing training and development programmes such as STR Academy
• Bonus plan
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Social events
• Charity/community events
• Service awards
• Competitive salary

Notes

Application:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest.

Recruitment agencies:
STR will only pay agency fees where a signed agreement is in place, and the agency has been instructed by a member of our HR team.

We do not accept speculative or unsolicited CVs from any third party, including recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted to STR or any of our employees outside of our formal recruitment process, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be deemed unsolicited and will not be eligible for any agency fees.