IT Trainee Apprentice (Portland Fuel Limited)

We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to join our IT team. In this entry level position, you will embark on a training programme covering various disciplines, including but not limited to: IT security, software development, network infrastructure, communication systems, hardware maintenance and support.

Role

Some areas you could be responsible may include:

Coding and Development of new applications as business demands (nearly all coding is done in the C# programming language)
Maintaining existing codebase in areas such as: - Data retrieval, recording and manipulation (C#, SQL)
SFTP communication applications (C#, JSON)
Database connection (with and without Entity Framework) (C#, SQL)
Updating existing codebase to latest version of .Net (C#)
Coding and maintenance of internal IIS website intranet (C#, HTML, CSS)
Setting up and maintaining new Local and Virtual Linux Server Environments
Coding and maintenance of internal and external websites utilising standard LAMP stack or IIS, Apache, PHP, HTML, CSS, WordPress, Node
Maintenance of MySQL and PostgreSQL databases both locally and remotely
Helping staff with Windows 11 and application related enquiries
Understanding network infrastructure for optimisation and fault tracing
The role is extremely varied and will provide excellent IT experience and an exposure to a wide range of IT business activities, but applicants are not expected to have any industry qualifications as full training will be given.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide IT support and assistance.
Troubleshoot IT issues and provide appropriate remedial action, as directed.
Be receptive, respectful and accommodating at all times.

Training

BPP apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry-experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, we’ve purposefully built our programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills we create can be directly applied in the workplace.

Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their work experience.

Professional growth and long-term career prospects for the right candidate in a rewarding and forward-thinking Company.

Apprenticeship Standard: Digital and technology solutions professional (level 6)
Training Provider: BPP UNIVERSITY LIMITED
Working Week: (Monday – Friday); hours include 30-minutes per day unpaid break.
Expected Duration: 3 Years
Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: Saturday, 31st October 2026
Start Date: Monday, 9th November 2026

Desired Skills

Communication skills
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Can do attitude
Willingness to learn
Listening skills
Basic computer skills
Able to manage tasks
Reliable and punctual
Positive attitude
Have a professional approach

Qualifications

English and Maths GCSE, grade C or above (Essential)
UCAS Points UCAS, grade 104 (Essential)

About the Employer

PORTLAND FUEL LIMITED

Portland provides a range of products and services across the energy and agricultural sectors. As recognised industry experts, we remove complexity and volatility from our customers’ supply chains, offering services such as fuel hedging, product supply and storage, and carbon compensation. Our goal is to simplify challenging markets, providing straightforward solutions and stability for your business.

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