Candidate market update · October 2026
Your October 2026 Job Market Update
Find out which sectors are hiring in Suffolk this month and what you can expect to earn.
Welcome to your LME Recruitment market update for October 2026. This article gives you a snapshot of available jobs and salaries in shipping, logistics, transport, and warehousing across Felixstowe, Ipswich, and Suffolk. We look at who's hiring and what they're offering right now.
Who's Hiring Right Now?
We're seeing a steady demand across several key areas this month. Freight forwarding continues to lead the way with 17 live vacancies. Warehousing also has strong opportunities with 10 roles currently open.
Transport roles are available, with 5 vacancies this month. If you're a driver, there are 3 positions advertised. Other sectors like shipping, senior management, industrial equipment, and accounting/finance each have 1 live vacancy.
What Are Companies Paying?
Salaries vary by sector and experience, but we can give you a median figure from our own advertised roles. This helps you understand the current earning potential in different areas of the industry.
- Driving: This sector currently shows the highest median advertised salary at £46,250 for 10 roles.
- Industrial Equipment: Roles in this area have a median salary of £47,500 for 3 roles.
- Transport: The median advertised salary for 16 roles is £42,500.
- Senior Management: For 6 roles, the median salary is also £42,500.
- Freight Forwarding: For 21 roles, the median salary is £33,500.
- Warehousing: You can expect a median salary of £32,500 for 15 roles.
- Shipping: The median salary for 3 roles is £30,000. Some of the specific roles we are recruiting for include HGV Class 1 Driver, Yard Operative and Valeter, Forklift Counterbalance Driver, Experienced Customs Clearance Clerk, and Freight Forwarding Operations. We also have positions for Warehouse Administrator, Junior Commercial Assistant, and an Interim Warehouse, Cross Dock & Yard Manager.
What to do this month
- Review your CV: Tailor it to specific roles, highlighting relevant experience and qualifications.
- Update your LinkedIn profile: Ensure it reflects your most recent achievements and skills.
- Research target companies: Understand their needs and how your skills fit.
- Practise interview techniques: Be ready to discuss your experience confidently.
- Get in touch with LME Recruitment: We can provide personalised advice and connect you with suitable roles.
Ready to make a move?
Browse what's live now, or send us your CV and we'll come to you when the right role lands.