'"You can't teach people anything, you can only help them discover it within themselves."

Michael H., Team leader and expert in staff training

"I actually wanted to be a Geography and English teacher." But after completing his HAK (commercial school) diploma, Michael was advised during several student guidance sessions not to pursue these subjects. His Plan B was an application to LKW WALTER, and this soon turned out to be Plan A.

"My dad was a lorry driver. So after the final exams, the decision to turn to logistics was an easy one." His genetic predisposition proved to be an advantage during his years as Transport Manager. After some years, however, his ambition to become a teacher returned. He was thinking about enrolling at an educational academy when the HR training department at WALTER GROUP made him an offer.

"Remaining at the company and still being able to follow my passion was the best solution of all. You only get opportunities like this in a large and flexible company like the WALTER GROUP." Since then, Michael has been leading seminars and workshops, and he is coach and confidant to many trainees. His years of experience in transport and management are invaluable for this role.

"Mistakes are a part of learning."

Michael's personal tip:

I can promise you from first-hand experience that we give all new employees the necessary expertise for the various jobs. I'm guided in this by Galileo Galilei - he once said, 'you can't teach people anything, you can only help them discover it within themselves.'

We would like to introduce:

Marco G.

Family guy and Area Sales Manager at CONTAINEX

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Elena G.

Division Manager with Andalusian spirit

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Daniel S.

Member of Staff Training with creative freedom

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Aron S.

Director of Operations with short acclimation period

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Frequently asked questions and answers

What career opportunities do I have as a secondary school graduate or university / university of applied sciences graduate?

Very good ones! In the WALTER GROUP you have every opportunity to start your career. If you come from an educational institute with an economic, linguistic or even technical focus, you can immediately and directly join our business. You can join without industry knowledge in the context of an intensive trainee programme which we call "Train the Winner".

Accompanied by your own coach, you will improve your professional and social skills and continuously grow into your future roles. Because the WALTER GROUP is constantly and sustainably growing, new career opportunities always arise.

What career opportunities do I have as an experienced professional?

Generally professional experience or industry knowledge are not necessary for entry into our operational business. Because we educate new employees as part of our "Train the Winner" trainee programme and we cover both theory and practice. However, there are some areas in which we greatly appreciate relevant experience and previous knowledge. For example, in our IT, Legal or Sales departments, where we can offer (young) professionals attractive career opportunities. Our recommendation: Just take a look at our employment opportunities.

Does the WALTER GROUP offer apprenticeships?

The classic apprenticeships such as freight forwarding manager or office clerk are not offered in our company.

What does the application process involve?

In our employment opportunities each advert has a link that takes you to the online application form. Please fill it out and send it together with your application documents. Immediately afterwards, you will receive an e-mail. It confirms that we have received your application. Then it takes a maximum of 14 days for you to recieve a message from us about the result of your application. If it is positive, the next steps are:

First "getting to know you" interview by phone or Skype.
Face to face interview with one of our recruiters.
Possible second appointment with the head of a specialist department for certain specific positions.

We will inform you of the final result of your application by e-mail or phone. If you want information about your application status in the meantime, our HR manager will be happy to help you.