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:

All applications must be completed in your own handwriting and submitted by post.

General Application - (Download PDF)

LGV Driver Application (AWJ Transport Ltd) - (Download PDF)

Application Form (AWJ Penrith Truckstop) - (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

Please apply in writing, including your LGV Driver Application form, to the following address:

Tracey Taylor
A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria.
CA10 2EY

Or alternatively by email to:

[email protected]

AW Jenkinson Transport Ltd operate a large fleet of modern vehicles with 15 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 15 depots located across the country:

  •     Avonmouth
  •     Bo'Ness
  •     Chesterfield
  •     Chippenham
  •     Coventry
  •     Craven Arms
  •     Howden
  •     Lockerbie
  •     Nairn
  •     Newbridge on Wye
  •     Penrith
  •     Peterborough
  •     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

  • Please note, our trailer gantry and fall arrest systems have a 22stone (140kg) maximum weight limit

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 the ‘apply online’ button below.

Alternatively, you can email your CV to:

[email protected] or apply online here or contact our Recruitment team by telephone on 01768 593332.

Data Analyst - Clifton

Location: Clifton, Penrith
Reporting To: Management
Salary:TBC
Closing Date: N/A

Please complete the application form above and send to:

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

Or alternatively by email to:

[email protected]

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Data Analyst to join our busy Finance team.

Duties will initially involve:

  • Assisting the accounts department in the production of weekly financial “flash” results. This involves handling a large volume of data on a weekly basis, formatting, processing and combining to produce meaningful reports for management.
  • Assisting the accounts department in the production of weekly and monthly reporting of cost centre analysis. Analysing and categorising data, and summarising to be presented to management.
  • Assisting the accounts department in costing process for monitoring stock levels and values, and ensuring costs are assigned to appropriate products and outputs.
  • Assisting with the monitoring of supplier volumes and costs, and maintaining and developing appropriate reports, for further management level analysis.
  • Assisting with the monitoring and analysis of plant and machinery on sites, developing repeatable processes to monitor efficiency and utilisation.
  • Process and reconcile information as required, including bank transactions, ledger reconciliations and fixed assets.
  • Maintaining, developing and improving dashboards showing KPI, to inform management and guide decision making.
  • Reviewing reports and data generated within other departments within the business and provide support and advice to improve quality, and efficiency.
  • Ensure data is kept accurate and up-to-date, and estimates are reviewed regularly.
  • Use tools such as PowerBI, Excel PowerPivot and Access to enhance depth and improve speed of reporting
  • Assist with training and support of Manager on use of reports

The successful candidate must:

  • have an excellent understanding of Excel, and experience of working with PowerBI, Access and other databases.
  • have a keen attention to detail.
  • be efficient and organised.
  • be confident and enthusiastic.

We offer a competitive remuneration package including a salary sacrifice pension scheme. Hours of work will be 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday.

For further information or to apply together with completed CV please contact Hannah Straughan, A.W. Jenkinson, Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, CA10 2EY; by phone 01931 711383 or by email to [email protected]

A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

Administrator

Location: Runcorn
Reporting To: Management
Salary:TBC
Closing Date: 31 March 2024

Please forward your C.V. & Covering letter to:

Hannah Straughan, HR
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria.
CA10 2EY

Or alternatively by email to:

[email protected]

A. W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd. requires an Administrator to provide support to a busy office. The position will be based at our Transport Office in Runcorn.

The position will involve all aspects of general administration, including data input, filing and photocopying to support our Fleet Maintenance team. Hours of work are 27.5 per week, days and times of work are negotiable.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working to deadlines, good attention to detail, high level of accuracy and be a good communicator. Problem solving skills and ability to maintain confidentiality are essential. Experience of the Logistics Industry would be advantageous. Excellent I.T. and administration skills are essential as is a full clean driving license.

The company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme.

Please forward c.v to Hannah Straughan, HR Department, A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products, Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, CA10 2EY or by email to [email protected], by the 31st March 2024

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

Mobile Plant Engineer

Location: UK
Reporting To: Management
Salary:TBC
Closing Date: 14 April 2024

Please complete the application form above and send to:

Hannah Straughan
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith,
CA10 2EY

Or alternatively by email to:

[email protected]

We are looking for two experienced Engineers to work on our Mobile Plant

As we have a significant amount of fixed and mobile machinery around the country, we need qualified engineers to carry out repairs and planned maintenance on site. The positions will be based from our production facilities based around the UK.

Hours of work are variable but worked during dayshift, Monday to Friday inclusive, with alternate Saturdays. However, depending on workload, there may be a requirement to work additional hours and weekends. The ideal applicants will have experience of maintaining large machinery taking into account Health and Safety requirements whilst making the best use of time and resources.

The company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme.

Please forward completed application forms by email to Hannah Straughan, HR, A. W. Jenkinson Forest Products, Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, CA10 2EY or [email protected]

A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

Weighbridge Operator

Location: Huntly
Reporting To: Management
Salary:TBC
Closing Date: 14 April 2024

Please forward your completed application forms to:

Hannah Straughan, HR
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria.
CA10 2EY

Or alternatively by email to:

[email protected]

A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products requires an experienced Weighbridge Operator to provide support to our busy site in Huntly, Aberdeenshire.

The position involves accurately recording vehicle weight data and issuing or receiving appropriate paperwork as vehicles deliver or remove materials to and from site.

The successful candidate will have some experience of operating a weighbridge and providing accurate information whilst maintaining a high level of confidentiality. Hours of work are negotiable and worked over 5 days, Monday to Friday.

The company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme.

Please forward your C.V. to Hannah Straughan, HR Department, A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products, Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, CA10 2EY or by email to [email protected].

A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

Machine Operative

Location: Whitchurch
Reporting To: Management
Salary:TBC
Closing Date: 14th April 2024

Please forward your completed application forms to:

Hannah Straughan, HR
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria.
CA10 2EY

Or alternatively by email to:

[email protected]

As a result of continued growth, we are looking for an experienced mobile plant operator to work at our Whitchurch Site.

The position involves operating mobile plant machinery including Loading shovels and Forklift Trucks, managing your own health and safety on site, and carrying out some basic maintenance. Operatives are required to work such hours including weekends as necessary. Normal hours of work will be 6am – 6pm Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday mornings.

Experience of operating a loading shovel and forklift truck is required. An NPORS certificate is preferred but training will be given if necessary.

The company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme.

Please forward completed application forms to Hannah Straughan, HR, A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products, Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, CA10 2EY or by email to [email protected],

A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

I.T. Support Technician

Location: Clifton
Reporting To: Management
Salary:TBC
Closing Date: 28 April 2024

Please complete the application form above and send to:

Tracey Taylor
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith
CA10 2EY

Or alternatively by email to:

[email protected]

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic I.T. Team, to work at our Head Office in Clifton, Penrith supporting multiple sites throughout the UK.

Duties will involve:

  • Setup of new computers across multiple sites;
  • Network infrastructure support;
  • Installation and maintenance of CCTV systems;
  • Software and hardware support (Computers/Printers/Phones etc)

You must be efficient and organised, with a confident and friendly nature and a keen attention to detail. Keyboard skills are essential, as is a good working knowledge of Windows and the Microsoft Office suite of programs. Experience of MS Access and Visual Basic would be a distinct advantage.

The role will involve a degree of travelling and therefore a full driving licence is required.

The company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme.

Please forward your C.V. to Tracey Taylor, HR, A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products, Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, CA10 2EY or by email to [email protected]

A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

Trainee Opportunities

Apprentice Transport Planner

Locations: Chippenham & Penrith
Reporting To:Management
Salary:TBC
Closing Date: 28th April 2024

Please apply in writing, including your C.V., to the following address:

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

Or alternatively by email to:

[email protected]

Company Background

Formed in the mid-1960s, the A.W. Jenkinson group of companies has experienced year on year growth to the extent that it now handles over 3 million tonnes of roundwood, chips, sawdust, bark, green waste and other timber co-products across the UK annually. Services link virgin timber products and recycled materials with the demands of paper and board manufacturers, energy generation, agriculture, horticulture and amenity markets.

The growth of the companies has always been supported by a large in-house haulage and logistics operation. The logistics operation is supported by a highly experienced team of drivers, planners and transport managers and a large, modern fleet of more than 650 vehicles covering the entire UK and Northern Europe.

Every single vehicle movement each day is planned and controlled by A.W. Jenkinson’s own highly experienced traffic team. In addition to our logistics operation, we operate a wide range of other units that meet a variety of specialist requirements.


Apprenticeship Opportunity

We are now looking for Trainee Transport Planners to join our growing team. We need trainees to join our team in Chippenham and 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 two years to become a respected and successful Transport Planner. You will obtain a nationally recognised apprenticeship as a Level 3 Transport Supervisor.

During your apprenticeship you will support the Traffic Team, in an efficient and confidential way, and will learn to:

  • Manage collections and deliveries 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 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

Please forward your c.v. to Hannah Straughan, HR, A. W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd., Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, CA10 2EY or by email to [email protected], by the 28th April 2024.

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

LGV Driver Bootcamp

Locations: Penrith/Chesterfield/Goole
Reporting To:Management
Salary:TBA
Closing Date: Closing Date: N/A

For more information please email: [email protected].

A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd is pleased to announce the next intake of trainee drivers via the LGV Skills Bootcamp and we are now looking to recruit candidates for our depots in Penrith, Chesterfield, and Goole – we require candidates to live within a one-hour commute of their chosen depot.

The LGV Skills Bootcamp is open to anyone over the age of 19 and already in possession of a minimum Category B (car) licence. After an initial interview, the preliminary phase will be run in conjunction with our third-party training provider before progressing to an intensive in cab training course with our Driver Training team at our Head Office in Penrith.

Requirements:

  •     Aged 19 or above
  •     A full category B UK driving licence

If you’re interested in applying, please email [email protected] with your current CV and a covering paragraph on why you would like to train and work for A.W. Jenkinson Transport as an LGV driver.

*Please note we cannot offer those residing in Scotland a place on the LGV Skills Bootcamp, as funding is not available In Scotland at this time.

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

We receive a high volume of emails regarding the bootcamp therefore not all emails can be answered. If you're applying, please ensure you send us ALL the information required including a full paragraph on why you'd like to train and work with us, alongside sending us your CV.

For more information please email:

[email protected]