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.

A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd is seeking an experienced LGV Traffic Controller to join our busy Transport Office in Penrith.

This is a full-time, fully office-based role, working 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday, inclusive.

It’s a fast-paced, hands-on position that suits someone who enjoys problem-solving and working as part of a team.

Your responsibilities will include

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:

• Planning and managing collections and deliveries for flatbed and chipliner trailers;
• Producing efficient route plans to maximise vehicle utilisation and minimise empty running and costs;
• Ensuring full compliance with drivers’ hours, tachograph legislation, and health & safety requirements;
• Liaising professionally with customers, drivers, and internal teams to maintain excellent communication;
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure operational targets and service levels are met

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience in an LGV traffic or transport planning role for flatbed and chipliner operations;
• A strong working knowledge of drivers’ hours and tachograph regulations;
• Excellent route planning, organisational, and navigation skills;
• A calm, practical approach to problem-solving in a busy environment;
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team

What we offer

We provide a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary
• Company pension (salary sacrifice scheme);
• Death in Service payment;
• Cash-back medical plan with health & wellbeing programme

How to apply

Please forward your C.V., to:

Hannah Straughan (HR)
A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith
CA10 2EY

Or alternatively by email to:

[email protected] by Monday 27th July 2026.

A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

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.

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.