Careers

Our Fleet and Warehousing teams are the backbone of our business and are supported with a strong team of support functions. Careers can be developed into any area of the business and we encourage cross functional team movements with all that wish to develop. We have jobs and careers across the following:

  • Administration
  • Mechanic
  • Health & Safety
  • Management
  • Quality
  • Lorry Driving
  • Planning
  • Pallet Network
  • Accounts
  • Forklift Truck Driving
  • Tractor Unit Driving
  • Warehousing
  • HR/Payroll
  • Driver Training
  • Traffic
  • Transport Operations
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Bulker Drivers
HGV Class 1 Driver
HGV Class 2 Driver

Days or Nights
Days: Monday to Friday
Monday - Friday
Weekends
Running out of various sites
Various shift patterns available. Responsible for delivering and collecting customers’ products, meeting both the company and customers’ Service Level Agreements. Ensuring all work undertaken is done so in line with current driver’s hours, Tachograph and Working Time Directive legislation. Requirements: Read More >

Bulker Drivers
HGV Class 1 Driver
HGV Class 2 Driver

Days or Nights
Days: Monday to Friday
Monday - Friday
Weekends
Running out of various sites

HGV Class 1 & 2

Requirements:

  • Required to regularly work to tight deadlines that may require additional hours of work at times of pressure
  • Flexibility is required during peak periods e.g. Christmas, Easter, etc. and to work additional shifts to cover holiday and sickness
  • Ability to work to strict deadlines in a time critical environment
  • Professional and courteous when communicating with colleagues or customers
  • C+E UK Licence
  • Up to date CPC Training
  • Ability to multi‐task and work in a fast paced environment
  • Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with Customers and Co‐Workers
  • Professional in appearance
  • Must have own transport and full UK driving licence and own transportation to work

Key Accountabilities:

  • Providing high standard of customer service and relations to customers and suppliers, ensuring compliance with their site rules and regulations at all times
  • Liaising with the Transport desk to make them aware of any potential difficulties or any variations from original brief
  • Ensuring that the vehicle is driven at all times with the utmost concern for other road users, pedestrians and the local environments through which you travel
  • To accurately complete all documentation required by the Company and the customer
  • Ensuring that all Company rules and regulations and compliance with legislation is achieved at all times
  • Ensuring that paperwork is checked against consignment, reporting any issues or differences
  • To strive to ensure the punctual collection and delivery of all loads
  • Ensuring the safety of the vehicle and its load at all times whilst on duty and reporting any defects to the Traffic office/Workshop as soon as identified
  • Assisting with the loading and unloading of the vehicle, using lifting equipment where authorised and trained to do so
  • To be flexible in terms of starting and finishing times of shifts
  • To maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle whilst on duty, leaving the vehicle as you would expect to find it and reporting of any defects immediately
  • To undertake any other tasks as reasonably requested by Transport Operator
  • To maintain trailer hygiene to the standards set by our customer including sweeping out of the trailers as and when required or instructed.
  • This list is not exhaustive and the job holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the position as required.

Communication

  • Contact internal customers to resolve any queries or problem that may arise.
  • Responding to and dealing with both internal and external customer communication by email and telephone and in person

Teamwork

  • Encouraging teamwork within the workplace by displaying the correct behaviours towards all members of the Knowles Transport Ltd teams
  • Maintaining standards of health and safety, hygiene and security in the work environment, for example, ensuring that stock such as chemicals and food are stored safely and securely and reporting of any concerns to the Transport Manager
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Common Roles at Knowles Logistics

Whether you're starting your logistics career or bringing valuable experience, Knowles Logistics provides the training, support, and opportunities you need to grow. We're proud to offer progressive career paths across transport, warehouse, and administration departments, helping every team member reach their potential.

Explore some of the most common logistics and transport careers at Knowles Logistics, from warehouse operations to driver and planner roles.

Transport Administrator

The transport administrator is key to running efficient transport operations across the UK. The role combines logistics administration, transport planning and subcontractor management to deliver reliable services.

Responsibilities include; managing relationships, handling and resolving transport enquiries and issues, maintaining accurate data and liaising with our warehouse and transport support teams to provide a smooth operation.

The ideal candidate has experience in a fast-paced logistics or transport environment, strong numerical and IT skills, and is excellent at communicating.

Transport Operator

The Transport Operator is responsible for ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of our fleet and movement of freight across the UK.

Key responsibilities include; allocating daily driver schedules, monitoring vehicle and driver activity, and updating transport management systems with accurate information.

The Transport Operator works closely with our drivers and other members of our transport teams to communicate changes, resolve issues and ultimately get shipments delivered successfully.

The ideal candidate has at least two years' experience in a fast-paced logistics or transport environment, a strong understanding of operator licensing and compliance regulations, and excellent organisational and communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other transport management systems is essential.

Load Planner

The Load Planner ensures that freight is moved efficiently across our transport, warehouse, and Palletforce operations.

Key responsibilities include planning and scheduling loads to resolve issues; proactive communication within our team and with our customers, and the ability to adapt to changing situations is essential to ensuring that all movements are accurately recorded in our transport systems and that all issues and changes are dealt with efficiently.

The ideal candidate has experience in a transport or planning office, strong organisational skills, and excellent UK geographical knowledge. Proficiency with Microsoft systems and transport management systems is essential.

This role suits both experienced planners and individuals looking to develop a career in logistics.

HGV Driver

Our HGV drivers are responsible for the safe and timely transport of customers' products across the UK.

Key responsibilities include; transporting goods, communicating with internal teams and customers, accurately completing all documentation, and maintaining vehicle and trailer hygiene.

HGV Drivers also assist with loading and unloading where authorised and must ensure compliance with all company rules, legislation, and customer site regulations.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience within transport, holds a C or C+E UK driving licence with up-to-date CPC training, and is comfortable working on the road for extended periods. Flexibility, professionalism and the ability to work to tight deadlines are essential.

Whether you're an experienced driver or newly qualified, Knowles Logistics offers structured training, mentoring, and clear career development paths across our transport operations.

Warehouse Operative

The Warehouse Operatives play a vital role in ensuring the accurate and efficient receipt, storage, and despatch of goods.

Responsibilities include; unloading and loading vehicles, performing stock checks, picking and preparing stock for despatch, and completing transactions accurately within the warehouse system. Warehouse Operatives also assist with inventory counts, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and ensure compliance with all site Health & Safety standards.

The ideal candidate is organised, reliable, and capable of working independently. Excellent numeracy and communication skills are essential, along with good timekeeping and attention to detail. Experience operating MHE equipment such as counterbalance, pivot, or PPT trucks is desirable.

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