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Transport & Logistics Recruitment

Aspion’s transport and logistics recruitment team connects you with skilled professionals across freight forwarding, warehouse recruitment, and carrier operations. Our targeted campaigns draw on deep sector insights - such as exploring why young people don’t know about jobs in logistics - to engage the right talent and streamline your distribution network. We keep our process clear and fast so you fill roles without delay. Contact our logistics specialists to start today.

What Is Transport and Logistics Recruitment?

Definition and Scope of Transport & Logistics Recruitment

Transport and logistics recruitment covers sourcing, vetting, and placing staff in roles that manage the flow of goods. It spans freight forwarding, warehouse management, and carrier operations across all transport modes.

Key Functions: Freight Forwarding, Warehouse & Carrier Operations

Freight recruitment secures experts in customs handling and shipment planning. Warehouse recruitment finds candidates for stock control, picking, and packing. Carrier operations staffing ensures drivers and fleet managers keep goods moving.

Which Roles Fall Under Transport & Logistics Recruitment?

Freight Forwarding Recruitment Specialists

We place professionals who coordinate multi-carrier shipments, manage customs paperwork, and track international deliveries.

Warehouse Management & Distribution Recruitment

Our warehouse recruitment team finds supervisors, inventory planners, and distribution operatives to run your facilities.

Carrier Operations & Fleet Management Staffing

We source drivers, fleet managers, and route planners to maintain a reliable transport network.

Supply Chain Management Recruitment

Our supply chain recruitment experts fill roles in procurement, vendor management, and logistics coordination.

How Do I Recruit Qualified Logistics Professionals?

Verifying CILT, DGSA & Dangerous Goods Certifications

We check candidates hold CILT membership, DGSA accreditation and dangerous goods training to meet regulatory standards.

Leveraging Specialist Recruiter Networks & Candidate Screening

Our team taps into niche logistics talent pools and uses targeted screening to match skills to your needs.

What Qualifications Are Required for Transport & Logistics Roles?

Logistics Degrees, NVQs & CILT Accreditation Explained

Many roles call for a logistics or supply chain management degree, NVQ certification, or CILT accreditation to prove expertise.

Mandatory Training: Dangerous Goods, Health & Safety Compliance

Candidates must complete dangerous goods handling courses and health & safety training for safe operations.

Why Choose Aspion for Transport & Logistics Recruitment?

Access to Niche Logistics Talent Pools

Aspion’s networks reach both active and passive candidates in freight forwarding, warehousing, and carrier operations.

Proven Metrics: Fill Rate & Average Time-to-Hire Performance

We maintain a 95% placement success rate and a 16-day average time-to-hire, trusted by leading transport & logistics organisations.

What Is Aspion’s Recruitment Process?

We begin with a consultation to define role criteria and timelines. Next we map the market and source candidates through our network and targeted adverts. We verify qualifications, conduct interviews, and shortlist top talent. We present candidates, support offer negotiation, and follow up after hire to ensure satisfaction.

FAQs

Q: What is transport and logistics recruitment?
A: It involves sourcing, vetting, and placing skilled professionals across freight forwarding, warehouse management, carrier operations, and supply chain roles to meet business demands.

Q: How do I recruit qualified logistics professionals?
A: Use industry-targeted ads, verify certifications like dangerous goods and CILT, conduct competency-based interviews, and partner with specialists who understand logistics nuances.

Q: What qualifications are required for transport and logistics roles?
A: Key credentials include a logistics or supply chain management degree, CILT, or NVQ certifications, dangerous goods training and practical experience with distribution networks.

Q: Why partner with a specialist transport & logistics recruitment agency?
A: Specialists deliver deep sector expertise, extensive candidate networks, and streamlined processes for faster time-to-hire and better role fit.


Our dedicated recruiters operate across Business Services, Operations, Sales & Marketing, Transport & Logistics, Driving, Metals & Engineering, Finance & Accountancy, Supply Chain and Manufacturing.

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Class 1 Tramper Driver

Liverpool
Merseyside
£16 - 22 per hour
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HGV Class 1 Driver - Tramping

Preston
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£17.37 - 19.00 per hour
HGV Class 1 Driver - Tramping Work 📍 Preston 💷 £17.37 per hour PAYE + £26.00 night out 🕒 Immediate Starts Available We are currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for ongoing tramping work in the Preston area. The Role Ongoing tramping work Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Saturday shifts Start times between 04:00am - 06:00am General haulage work SNAP account provided Curtain-siders/tautliners Requirements Minimum 2 years' HGV Class 1 driving experience Previous general haulage experience essential Valid CPC and Digi Tacho card Pay PAYE: £17.37 per hour £26.00 night out allowance Immediate starts available. To apply or for more information, contact Aspion Recruitment today. ASPLOG
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Logistics / Freight Forwarding Coordinator

Runcorn
Cheshire
£28k - 30k per year
Logistics / Freight Forwarding Administrator Freight Forwarding & Customs Sector Runcorn £28,000 - £30,000 (flexible depending on experience) A well-established logistics and shipping operation based in Runcorn is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Logistics Administrator to join its busy shipping and logistics team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised individual looking to develop a long-term career within logistics and supply chain operations. The successful candidate will provide essential administrative support to ensure the smooth and efficient coordination of deliveries, shipments, customer communications, and port operations. The Candidate; - Previous administration experience within logistics, shipping, or transport - Previous experience within a freight forwarding or customs position is highly desirable - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload effectively - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy - Good communication skills, both written and verbal - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Enthusiastic attitude with a willingness to learn and develop - Competent IT skills and confidence using spreadsheets and internal systems Duties and Responsibilities:- - Provide administration support to the shipping and logistics department - Update spreadsheets with customer delivery requests and operational information - Contact hauliers regarding vehicle availability and record responses accurately - Keep customers informed of same-day vehicle ETAs - Liaise with ports regarding collections, deliveries, and inventory updates - Carry out daily data checks to ensure accuracy against delivery documentation - Send customer delivery tickets and relevant delivery reports - Enter incoming shipment information onto the inventory system with a high level of accuracy - Monitor and update shipping documentation for upcoming vessels - Ensure cargo release documentation is received from vessel agents - Report damages and operational issues to senior colleagues promptly - Prepare rental notifications and maintain inventory system records - Produce discharge sheets and communicate charge information to accounts - Coordinate next-day loading requirements with the port and operational teams - Deliver excellent customer service to customers, suppliers, and internal colleagues - Support senior management with resolving operational issues efficiently If you have Forwarding, Logistics Or Shipping Experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link. At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data - These can be viewed on our website. ASPLOG
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Transport Manager

Grays
Essex
£40k - 50k per year
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Class 2 Driver

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£15.00 - 16.82 per hour
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Transport Planner

Appleton Thorn
Cheshire
£36k - 38k per year
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