Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Recruitment Services in Shipping and Logistics
Established in 2005, A&S Recruitment has grown from its Felixstowe roots to become a trusted recruitment partner for shipping and logistics industries across the UK and Europe. Our expertise stems from over 30 years of combined experience in recruitment, with a focus on delivering tailored solutions for niche sectors including port operations, warehousing, and senior hires. We prioritise understanding client needs to ensure precise candidate matching, maintaining long-term relationships through proactive networking and industry-specific knowledge.Our team of dedicated consultants combines local insight with a vast candidate network, supporting both businesses seeking talent and candidates pursuing career opportunities. We uphold rigorous compliance standards and provide ongoing support post-placement to guarantee sustained success for all parties involved.
Services
Shipping Recruitment
Logistics Recruitment
Warehousing Recruitment
Port Operations
Senior Hires
Tech Recruitment
Temporary Staffing
Permanent Placements
Recruitment Projects
Candidate Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in shipping and logistics recruitment.
- Our consultants specialise in niche sectors including port operations and senior hires.
- We maintain rigorous compliance and right-to-work checks for all candidates.
- We offer tailored recruitment solutions for businesses of all sizes.
- Our team provides ongoing support post-placement to ensure long-term success.
What people say
Excellent industry knowledge
Precise candidate matching
Strong local connections
Rigorous compliance checks
Proactive approach
Services
Shipping Recruitment
We specialise in sourcing skilled professionals for shipping companies, including vessel operators, freight coordinators, and maritime logistics experts. Our candidates undergo rigorous compliance checks to ensure regulatory adherence. With deep industry knowledge, we match roles requiring specific certifications and operational experience.
Logistics Recruitment
Our logistics recruitment covers transport planners, warehouse managers, and distribution specialists. We understand the sector's demand for efficiency and precision. We provide candidates with proven track records in optimising supply chain operations and meeting tight deadlines.
Warehousing Recruitment
We supply trained warehouse staff including forklift operators, inventory controllers, and shift managers. Our candidates are experienced in high-volume storage environments. We focus on safety compliance and operational efficiency for clients ranging from SMEs to major port operators.
Senior Hires
We identify leadership talent for director-level and strategic roles in logistics firms. Our consultants leverage 30+ years of industry connections to find executives with proven management track records. We facilitate full interview processes and contract negotiations.
Tech Recruitment
We connect technology firms with software developers, IT infrastructure specialists, and cybersecurity experts. Our candidates possess up-to-date certifications and experience in logistics-related tech solutions. We support both permanent placements and project-based hires.
People
Amanda Harrold
Director
With over 30 years in recruitment, Amanda founded A&S in 2005 after a successful career in logistics staffing. She specialises in matching candidates with shipping industry roles and maintains strong local connections in Felixstowe.
Becky Crevald
Recruitment Consultant
Becky leads senior hires desk with 30+ years of B2B experience. She previously ran a business consultancy advising SMEs on growth strategies. She focuses on placing management-level candidates in logistics firms.
Clare Holmes
Recruitment Consultant
Clare manages port and warehousing recruitment, supplying drivers and operatives to major clients. With extensive shipping industry experience, she builds lasting relationships between candidates and employers in Felixstowe's logistics sector.
Kelly Freeman
Recruitment Consultant
Kelly specialises in technology recruitment, connecting global firms with IT talent. Based in Felixstowe, she focuses on software development and healthcare technology roles while maintaining active community involvement through local sports clubs.
Taegan Johnson
Accounts and Compliance Manager
Taegan oversees financial operations and candidate compliance checks. Originally joining temporarily in 2017, she now ensures all payroll and regulatory requirements are met while providing essential administrative support to recruitment teams.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on shipping, logistics, warehousing, port operations, and senior hires within the logistics sector.
How do I apply for a job?
Browse current vacancies online or contact our consultants directly to discuss your career aspirations.
Do you offer temporary placements?
Yes, we provide flexible staffing solutions including short-term and contract roles across all sectors.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
We conduct thorough compliance checks, reference verifications, and skills assessments for all candidates.
Can you help with senior management recruitment?
Yes, our specialist desk handles executive-level placements with tailored search and interview processes.
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationally across the UK with particular strength in Felixstowe, Colchester, and Erith logistics hubs.
