Logistics Recruitment in Kent
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Logistics recruitment in Kent covers the Port of Dover and the Channel Tunnel at Folkestone, customs and inland border work around Ashford, Thames ports at Thamesport and Sheerness, and large distribution sites near the M25 at Dartford and along the M20. We recruit warehouse operatives, forklift and HGV drivers, freight forwarders, customs staff and transport planners, with licences and references checked first.
Local Logistics Recruitment in Kent
Kent is Britain’s gateway to Europe. The Port of Dover and the Channel Tunnel carry a huge share of the UK’s lorry traffic to the continent, and the M20, M2 and M25 are lined with hauliers, forwarders and distribution sites.
Logistics recruitment in Kent works best when employers are clear about port passes, customs work and shift patterns, because cross-Channel freight never stops.
- Cross-Channel freight at Dover and Folkestone
- Customs and border work
- Thames ports
- Distribution near the M25 and M20
Logistics Jobs in Kent by Town
Open a town to see where our logistics recruitment in Kent is busiest and what kind of industry is based there.
Dartford
Logistics jobs in Dartford include warehouse, forklift and transport roles at distribution sites near the M25 and Dartford Crossing.
Ashford
Logistics jobs in Ashford include customs, freight and warehouse roles near the M20 and Sevington.
Dover
Port, ferry and freight roles at the Port of Dover.
Folkestone
Freight roles near the Channel Tunnel terminal.
Maidstone
Distribution and procurement roles near the M20.
Sittingbourne
Warehouse and port roles near the Swale.
Aylesford
Large distribution and paper industry sites.
Isle of Grain
Port roles at Thamesport.
Logistics Recruitment in Kent: Our Lead Sectors
We fill warehouse, driving and management roles, but these three areas create most logistics jobs in Kent.
Port and freight
Ports and forwarders need forklift drivers, planners and customs staff.
Haulage
Cross-Channel hauliers need HGV drivers.
Distribution
Sites near the M25 and M20 need warehouse teams and managers.
Kent Logistics Employers and Sites
These employers, ports and distribution sites show the kind of logistics work based in the county. They are not our clients unless we say so. We recruit for employers of every size, including the many smaller firms and suppliers that work alongside them.
Port of Dover
The UK’s busiest ferry port for lorries.
Channel Tunnel, Folkestone
Rail shuttles carrying lorries to France.
Sevington, near Ashford
An inland border facility for freight checks.
London Thamesport, Isle of Grain
A container port on the Thames estuary.
Dartford distribution sites
Warehouses near the M25 and Dartford Crossing.
Live Jobs in Kent
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Hiring Logistics Staff in Kent?
We recruit port, freight, driving and supply chain staff across Kent. Our logistics recruitment in Kent puts licence checks and references first.
Finding Logistics Jobs in Kent
Logistics jobs in Kent include port, customs, freight forwarding, warehouse and HGV roles. We help candidates find work that fits their licences, shifts and commute.
Tell us your licences, the shifts you want and how far you will travel, and we will match you to sites you can reach. Our service is always free for candidates, and we never send your CV without your permission.
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Where Kent Logistics Staff Train
EKC Group, North Kent College, MidKent College and Canterbury Christ Church University offer vocational courses, degrees and apprenticeships, and HGV Skills Bootcamps help new drivers qualify.
- EKC Group
- North Kent College
- MidKent College
- HGV Skills Bootcamps
Hiring in Kent: What to Plan For
Customs skills are scarce
Customs and forwarding staff are in demand.
Port passes take time
Port roles need site passes. Allow time.
Delays affect drivers
Port queues can lengthen shifts. Be honest about hours.
These points shape every logistics recruitment in Kent brief we take on. Book a free consultation.
More Logistics Roles We Fill in Kent
Forklift Drivers
Counterbalance, reach and VNA drivers for warehouses and yards in Kent. Forklift Drivers recruitment.
Transport Managers
Transport managers and planners for fleets based in Kent. Transport Managers recruitment.
Warehouse Managers
Warehouse managers, shift managers and supervisors for sites in Kent. Warehouse Managers recruitment.
Procurement
Buyers and procurement specialists for businesses in Kent. Procurement recruitment.
Logistics Managers
Logistics managers and coordinators for operations in Kent. Logistics Managers recruitment.
How We Recruit Logistics Staff in Kent
Free consultation
We talk through your site and shifts, online or in person anywhere in Kent, free of charge, before we advertise any logistics jobs in Kent.
Role brief
We agree licences, shifts, travel and pay before we search.
Skills and checks
We check licences, certificates, right to work and recent references.
Shortlist and aftercare
Two or three vetted candidates, with check-ins after they start.
Logistics Recruitment Near Kent
Recruiting further afield? Alongside logistics recruitment in Kent, we cover every county in the South East.
Logistics Recruitment in Kent: FAQs
Which towns do you cover for logistics recruitment in Kent?
The whole county, including Dartford, Ashford, Dover, Folkestone, Maidstone, Sittingbourne, Aylesford and Isle of Grain.
Do you recruit for logistics jobs in Dartford?
Yes. We recruit warehouse, forklift and transport staff for employers around Dartford.
Do you cover logistics jobs in Ashford?
Yes. We recruit customs, freight and warehouse staff for employers around Ashford.
Do you check licences and certificates?
Yes. We check driving licence categories, Driver CPC and tachograph cards, forklift certificates and professional qualifications such as the Transport Manager CPC or CIPS where a role needs them, confirm right to work and take up recent references before anyone starts.
Can you help with temporary and peak season roles in Kent?
Yes. Logistics recruitment in Kent is not just permanent hires. We also recruit temporary warehouse staff, drivers for peak periods and interim managers for new contracts or site moves.
Do job seekers pay you?
No. Our service is always free for candidates.
How quickly can you fill a logistics role?
It depends on the role, the skills it needs and the location. We agree a realistic timeline at the briefing and tell you honestly if a search will take longer.
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