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

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 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.

Yard Cleaners - Clifton / Penrith

Location:Clifton / Penrith
Shift Pattern:Full-time
Closing Date:28 July 2024

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 by email, including your CV, to:

[email protected]

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

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

A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products has vacancies for two full-time Yard Cleaners, one at our Clifton Site and the other at our Penrith Site.

The ideal applicants will be responsible for helping to maintain a high standard of cleanliness on our production sites. The job involves a variety of general cleaning duties including sweeping site pathways, cleaning machinery and maintaining staff welfare facilities.

Hours of work can be either 7:00 am – 5:00 pm or 6:00 am – 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday inclusive. However, depending on workload, there may be a requirement to work additional hours and weekends.

The Company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme and a cash back medical scheme.

Please apply by email, including your CV, to: [email protected]

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

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

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

Machine Operative

Location:Penrith
Shift Pattern:Full-time
Closing Date:28 July 2024

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 by email, including your CV, to:

[email protected]

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

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

We are looking for an experienced Machine Operative to work at our Penrith Site, Haweswater Road.

The position involves operating mobile machinery and production lines, managing your own health and safety on site, and carrying out some basic maintenance. Operatives are required to work such hours including weekends and nights as necessary, though standard hours are 6:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday inclusive. The role will require some flexibility to cover sickness and holidays on nightshift.

The Company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme and a cash back medical scheme.

Please apply by email, including your CV, to: [email protected]

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

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

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

Administrator

Location:Clifton
Closing Date:31 July 2024

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 by email, including your CV, to:

[email protected]

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

Tracey Taylor (HR)
A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products
Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria.
CA10 2EY

A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products requires an Administrator to provide support to a busy office. The position will be based at our Head Office, Clifton, Penrith.

The position will involve all aspects of general administration, including data input, filing and photocopying, answering the telephone, taking messages and assisting with meetings.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working to deadlines, good attention to detail, high level of accuracy and be a good communicator. The ability to maintain confidentiality is essential. The role is fully office based, therefore the successful candidate will need to be able to get themselves to and from our office in Clifton each day.

The position may also suit a less experienced person who would be required to work through and successfully complete a Business Administration NVQ through an apprenticeship programme.

The successful candidate will proficiently use Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

The company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme, life assurance and a cash benefit health 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] by the 31st July 2024.

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

LGV Mechanics / Fitters

Location: Runcorn
Closing Date: 04 August 2024

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.

General Application - (Download PDF)

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]

A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd has vacancies for two experienced and qualified LGV Mechanic/Fitters to work at our Runcorn site, repairing and maintaining LGV units and a varied range of trailers including walking floors, timber cranes, tippers and curtain sided trailers.

The ideal applicants will have experience of maintaining LGV’s taking into account Health and Safety requirements whilst making the best use of time and resources.

Hours of work are 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. We are looking for one applicant to work these hours between Sunday and Thursday and the other successful applicant to work Tuesday to Saturday. However, depending on workload, there may be a requirement to work additional hours.

Ideally you will come from a time served LGV background having attained appropriate City & Guilds, NVQ or B/TEC qualifications. More importantly you will have experience of working in a Heavy Goods Vehicle workshop.

Please forward completed application forms to:
Hannah Straughan, A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd, Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2EY

Or apply by email to:
[email protected]

Please state if you would like to apply for the Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday position.

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

I.T. Support Technician

Location:Clifton
Reporting To:IT Manager
Salary:TBC
Closing Date:04 August 2024

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 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.

Senior Health & Safety Supervisor

Closing Date:10 August 2024

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:

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

Or alternatively by email to:

[email protected]

A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd. requires an experienced Senior Health & Safety Supervisor to work as part of our Health, Safety and Training Team. The business operates in excess of 800 LGVs with maintenance workshops over four separate sites and several depots around the UK

The position will involve maintaining a high standard of health and safety to reduce the frequency and risk of workplace incidents and injuries, and work-related ill-health. It will also include carrying out regular checks of equipment, workplaces, sites and personnel through inspections and audits to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards

Duties include but not limited to:

  • develop, maintain, communicate and review risk assessments, method statements, COSHH assessments, etc. for all employees at transport depots and maintenance sites;
  • investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, and maintain accident statistics including root cause analysis;
  • promote incident, accident and near miss reporting;
  • ensure safe working procedures are in place, communicated and adhered to;
  • carry out workplace inspections, audits and site safety walk throughs;
  • carry out random drug and alcohol testing;
  • identifying and managing H&S training requirements and developing internal training;

The successful candidate will have a NEBOSH qualification or equivalent with at least five years experience as a senior member of a busy H&S department. Sound knowledge and experience of identifying risk and providing solutions to mitigate such risk, including thorough auditing of the workplace, sites and internal processes are key. They will also be confident liaising with Senior Managers and colleagues and be able to manage your own time effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion are essential. A strong knowledge and understanding of the transport industry, including DVSA regulations will be ideal, but not essential.

As this position will involve travel, a full driving licence is essential as is a flexible approach to working hours (early starts may be required).

The company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme, life assurance and a cash benefit health scheme.

Please apply in writing, including your C.V., to:
Tracey Taylor (HR Manager), A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd, Clifton Moor, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2EY

Or apply by email to:
[email protected] by 10th August 2024

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

LGV Fabricator

Location:Lockerbie
Shift Pattern:Full-time
Closing Date:11 August 2024

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 by email, including your CV, to:

[email protected]

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

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

A.W. Jenkinson Transport Ltd. has a vacancy for an experienced LGV Fabricator to work at our Lockerbie site, repairing and maintaining trailers.

The ideal applicant will have experience of LGV Fabrication taking into account Health and Safety requirements whilst making the best use of time and resources.

Hours of work are variable but worked during dayshift 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday inclusive, with alternate Saturday mornings. However depending on workload, there may be a requirement to work additional hours. Holding a valid LGV driving licence would be preferred.

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

Please apply by email, including your CV, to: [email protected]

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

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

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

Forwarder Driver

Location:North Scotland, South Scotland and/or North England
Closing Date:18 August 2024

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.

General Application - (Download PDF)

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]

As a result of continued growth, we are looking for Forwarder Drivers to be based in North Scotland, South Scotland and/or North England.

The position involves operating one of our forwarders, managing your own health and safety on site, liaising with our Planning Team, carrying out some basic maintenance on the forwarder and filling in relevant paperwork as required. Drivers are required to work such hours as necessary including occasional weekends and evenings; this role also includes working away from home. The successful candidate will hold a valid FMOC and First Aid + F certificates.

The Company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme, cash back medical scheme, mileage and some driving time. For more information please call Kevin Reed 07860652013

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.

Apprenticeship Opportunities

I.T. Apprentice

Location:Clifton
Reporting To:IT Manager
Closing Date:17 August 2024

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 by email, including your CV, to:

[email protected]

Or alternatively 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

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.

The position involves:

  • Build & setup of new computers
  • Install computers across multiple sites
  • CCTV maintenance/installs
  • Software & Hardware support (Computers / Printers / Phones / MDM etc)
  • Fault finding

The successful candidate will have a professional manner, be able to show a high degree of accuracy in their work, have good communication skills and basic knowledge of Windows and the Microsoft Office suite of programs.

The candidate will be required to work through and successfully complete an I.T Apprenticeship programme.

The role is fully office based, therefore the successful candidate will need to be able to get themselves to and from our office in Clifton each day.

The Company offers a competitive remuneration package, including a salary sacrifice pension scheme and a cash back medical scheme.

Please forward your C.V. 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.