Careers
If you would like to apply speculatively for future positions within the business, please complete one of the application forms below.
We are able to keep your details on file for a maximum of six months.
As part of your speculative enquiry, the more information you are able to provide the greater your chance of being put forward for suitable positions.
Your application should therefore include:
- Position/department which you are interested in
- Depot applied for
- Salary expectations
- Where you are currently based
- Full contact details including address and telephone number
All applications must be completed in your own handwriting and submitted by post.
General Application - (Download PDF)
Career Opportunities
LGV C+E (Class1) Tramper Drivers - Bulk Haulage
| Locations: | Throughout the UK |
| Reporting To: | Management |
| Salary: | TBC |
| Closing Date: | n/a |
We reserve the right to close this position early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
To apply for a position, please click here:
Alternatively, you can email your CV to: [email protected] or contact our Recruitment team by telephone on 01768 593332.
AW Jenkinson Transport Ltd operate a large fleet of modern vehicles with 17 depots located throughout the UK.
Due to continued growth, we are now recruiting additional class one tramper drivers to join our team with vacancies available throughout the UK.
This role involves working away from home Monday to Friday with the occassional requirement for working on a Saturday morning, delivering bulk product nationwide.
We have 17 depots located across the country:
- Avonmouth
- Bo'Ness
- Chesterfield
- Chippenham
- Coventry
- Craven Arms
- Howden
- Hull
- Immingham
- Lockerbie
- Newbridge on Wye
- Penrith
- Queenborough
- Runcorn
- Scunthorpe
Requirements:
- Full UK driving licence with LGV C+E (class1)
- Minimum 1yr C+E driving experience
- Maximum of 6 penalty points
- Valid DCPC & digital tachograph
- Sound geographical knowledge and understanding of EU drivers hours rules
- Experience of bulk haulage preferred
Benefits:
- Excellent annual earnings & benefits package
- Exceptionally modern fleet
- Paid DCPC training
- Free company uniform and PPE
- Health cash plan
- Pension scheme
- Life insurance
- 28 days paid holiday pa
- £500 driver referral bonus
To apply for a position, please click here: APPLY ONLINE
Alternatively, you can email your CV to: [email protected] or contact our Recruitment team by telephone on 01768 593332.
Wood Purchasing Administrator
| Location: | Lockerbie, DG11 2SQ |
| Closing Date: | 05 July 2026 |
We reserve the right to close this position early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Please apply in writing, including your C.V., to the following address:
Hannah Straughan (HR)
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria.
CA10 2EY
Or alternatively by email to:
We are looking for an Administrator to provide support to our busy team, based at our Lockerbie site.
The successful candidate will need to be able to work under pressure and to deadlines, have good attention to detail, be able to communicate effectively and provide accurate information whilst maintaining a high level of confidentiality. The role is fully office-based; therefore, the successful candidate will need to be able to get themselves to and from our office in Lockerbie each day.
A good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook would be an advantage, but is not essential, as full training will be given. This is a full-time, Monday to Friday position; hours of work can be discussed at the interview.
The position may suit a less experienced person who would be required to work through and successfully complete a Business Administration SVQ through an apprenticeship programme.
Please apply in writing, including your C.V., to:
Hannah Straughan (HR)
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith
CA10 2EY
Or alternatively by email to:
Our Lockerbie site is located at Steven’s Croft, Johnstonebridge Road, Lockerbie, DG11 2SQ.
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
Contract Operations Supervisor
| Location: | E.ON, Sheffield, S9 1HF |
| Closing Date: | 28 June 2026 |
We reserve the right to close this position early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Please apply in writing, including your C.V., to the following address:
Hannah Straughan (HR)
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria.
CA10 2EY
Or alternatively by email to:
We are looking for an experienced Contract Operations Supervisor to work on site at E.ON, Sheffield, S9 1HF
The main duties for the role are:
- Co-ordinating deliveries through the tipping process
- Ensuring A.W. Jenkinson visiting personnel work in accordance with site procedures
- Management of fuel quality
- Liaison with A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products personnel and our customers
The skills/experience required for the role are:
- An understanding of LGV operations
- Proficient use of the full Microsoft Office suite
- Diverse communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge of walking floor trailers would be advantageous, but not essential
- Holding a NEBOSH qualification is preferred, but full training will be given
Hours of work are 7:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday inclusive, with overtime as required. However, flexibility around start and finish times is required for this role. The salary for the role is £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
The company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme and health cashback plan.
Please apply in writing, including your C.V., to:
Hannah Straughan (HR)
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith
CA10 2EY
Or alternatively by email to:
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
Apprenticeship Opportunities
Apprentice Transport Planner
| Location: | Penrith |
| Closing Date: | 26 July 2026 |
We reserve the right to close this position early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Please apply in writing, including your C.V., to the following address:
Hannah Straughan (HR)
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria.
CA10 2EY
Or alternatively by email to:
We are now looking for Trainee Transport Planners to join our growing team in Penrith.
The aim of this apprenticeship is to help you learn and develop a range of transferable skills and potential in an exciting and fast-moving environment. You will be supported by a friendly team and experienced mentors who will invest time and effort in helping you make the most out of this opportunity. You will be responsible for succeeding at work and at college, in an environment that will be challenging but also one that will enable you to enjoy your learning experience
About the role
This apprenticeship programme is designed to develop you over 12-18 months to become a respected and successful Transport Planner. You will obtain a nationally recognised apprenticeship as a Level 3 Transport Operations Supervisor.
During your apprenticeship you will support the Traffic Team, in an efficient and confidential way, and will learn to:
- Manage collections and deliveries while taking into account route planning, reducing empty loads, and cost;
- Manage drivers and deal with day-to-day issues including drivers hours and health & safety;
- Liaise with customers and drivers to provide high quality communication;
- Understand customer contracts, rules, penalties etc;
- Update computer systems with account information, access and egress issues, hold-ups, damage etc.
What you need to apply
You will have a minimum of 4 National 5s/GCSE qualifications at standard grade C/grade 5 or above, including in Maths, and English. You will also need to be competent on Word, including having some Excel knowledge, as well as have some interest in working in a transport and logistics environment.
You will be a driven, self-motivated and enthusiastic individual with a positive and can-do attitude, happy to work as part of a team and willing to learn and develop.
The key to success for this apprenticeship is to have the ability to balance time between studies and work to ensure success in both.
What you need to succeed
Forward Thinking - Take personal ownership for effectively analysing problems and creating solutions with an emphasis on continuous improvement.
Teamwork - Develop and maintain sound working relationships between all departments to maximise the service we provide our customers.
Communication - Demonstrate high standards of verbal and written communication.
What we offer
As an apprentice of today you are an expert of tomorrow. We have high expectations of our apprentices who are rewarded by competitive pay and benefits. Salaries are reviewed regularly throughout the apprenticeship and based on performance and qualifications gained.
How to apply
Please forward your C.V., to:
Hannah Straughan (HR)
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith
CA10 2EY
Or alternatively by email to:
[email protected] by Sunday 26th July 2026.
A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
Apprentice Transport Planner
| Location: | Lockerbie |
| Closing Date: | 26 July 2026 |
We reserve the right to close this position early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Please apply in writing, including your C.V., to the following address:
Hannah Straughan (HR)
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria.
CA10 2EY
Or alternatively by email to:
We are now looking for a Trainee Transport Planner to join our growing team in Lockerbie.
The aim of this apprenticeship is to help you learn and develop a range of transferable skills and potential in an exciting and fast-moving environment. You will be supported by a friendly team and experienced mentors who will invest time and effort in helping you make the most out of this opportunity. You will be responsible for succeeding at work and at college, in an environment that will be challenging but also one that will enable you to enjoy your learning experience
About the role
This apprenticeship programme is designed to develop you over 12-18 months to become a respected and successful Transport Planner. You will obtain a nationally recognised apprenticeship as Level 7 Logistics Operations.
During your apprenticeship you will support the Traffic Team, in an efficient and confidential way, and will learn to:
- Manage collections and deliveries while taking into account route planning, reducing empty loads, and cost;
- Manage drivers and deal with day-to-day issues including drivers hours and health & safety;
- Liaise with customers and drivers to provide high quality communication;
- Understand customer contracts, rules, penalties etc;
- Update computer systems with account information, access and egress issues, hold-ups, damage etc.
What you need to apply
You will have a minimum of 4 National 5s/GCSE qualifications at standard grade C/grade 5 or above, including in Maths, and English. You will also need to be competent on Word, including having some Excel knowledge, as well as have some interest in working in a transport and logistics environment.
You will be a driven, self-motivated and enthusiastic individual with a positive and can-do attitude, happy to work as part of a team and willing to learn and develop.
The key to success for this apprenticeship is to have the ability to balance time between studies and work to ensure success in both.
What you need to succeed
Forward Thinking - Take personal ownership for effectively analysing problems and creating solutions with an emphasis on continuous improvement.
Teamwork - Develop and maintain sound working relationships between all departments to maximise the service we provide our customers.
Communication - Demonstrate high standards of verbal and written communication.
What we offer
As an apprentice of today you are an expert of tomorrow. We have high expectations of our apprentices who are rewarded by competitive pay and benefits. Salaries are reviewed regularly throughout the apprenticeship and based on performance and qualifications gained.
How to apply
Please forward your C.V., to:
Hannah Straughan (HR)
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith
CA10 2EY
Or alternatively by email to:
[email protected] by Sunday 26th July 2026.
A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
