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Going Beyond the Extra Mile since 2000

Trusted • Reliable • Proven

At Driver Require, we only do driving. One of the only independent and specialist driver recruitment teams, our focus is exclusively on matching professional, commercial drivers to the jobs and clients who need them. To find out more, view our company brochure here.

Since we opened our doors in 2000, we've operated on a simple philosophy rooted in our core values of excellence and integrity: we never promise what we can't deliver and we'll take the right road over the easy one every time.  

Over the last 20 plus years, we've built a track-record of standing by these values and a reputation that goes beyond putting drivers in trucks, to building successful, long-term partnerships with our clients stretching across the Northern Home Counties, the South Coast and the East Midlands.

We tailor our approach to our clients' operations and offer training & resources to our drivers to ensure they're kept up to our high standards and always feel supported when they're out on the road.

Many of our team have either been drivers themselves, or come from a logistics background. We'll often leave the office to go out on the road and put in shifts for our clients so we're sure we have a full appreciation of the specific requirements needed for each and every job. This means we can properly vet and match drivers to the right assignments, and provide the unparalleled customer service that has led to us being the trusted & preferred supplier for leading regional and national brands.


  • <p>With a sole focus on the transport and logistics industry, our mission has always been simple — to keep the best drivers on the road working in the best jobs and, in doing so, support our clients in sustaining and growing their operations.<br><br>Putting our drivers first has led to us building our reputation for constantly providing the highest-calibre candidates and offering unparalleled support to our partner brands across the country, evidenced by the loyalty of both our drivers and clients as we continue to grow.</p>

    With a sole focus on the transport and logistics industry, our mission has always been simple — to keep the best drivers on the road working in the best jobs and, in doing so, support our clients in sustaining and growing their operations.

    Putting our drivers first has led to us building our reputation for constantly providing the highest-calibre candidates and offering unparalleled support to our partner brands across the country, evidenced by the loyalty of both our drivers and clients as we continue to grow.

    Kieran Smith
    CEO of Driver Require
  • <p>The diverse nature of our customers makes our business interesting; we strive to always meet our customer's needs and we like to help them prepare for any eventuality. We are always keen to support existing and new clients who like to know they are going to be looked after, always going the extra mile.</p>

    The diverse nature of our customers makes our business interesting; we strive to always meet our customer's needs and we like to help them prepare for any eventuality. We are always keen to support existing and new clients who like to know they are going to be looked after, always going the extra mile.

    Kerry Gevaux
    National Accounts Director
  • <p>Working with exacting clients such as Ocado, brings both fantastic opportunities and big challenges. So, our operation needs to be top notch. Our teams are committed and driven to provide the excellent service we are renown for.</p>

    Working with exacting clients such as Ocado, brings both fantastic opportunities and big challenges. So, our operation needs to be top notch. Our teams are committed and driven to provide the excellent service we are renown for.

    Gwynne Lewis
    Operations Director, Head Office

Who we work with

Testimonials

  • We were first introduced to Driver Require in September 2016. The made all the usual promises you hear from agencies and asked us to give them a list of vacancies we had and said they would cover them. They came back the same afternoon with full details to cover all the work and have been doing so ever since. We regularly use them for between 35-50 jobs a week. They provide reliable, professional drivers both for ad-hoc work and longer term vacancies. They are always our first call with any holidays, sickness and last minute cover and they always go the extra mile to deliver, keeping us fully informed along the way. They really do have the driver you require.
    Guinan Girls' Logistics Ltd, (Tamworth branch)
  • Driver Require came to me with competitive rates years ago, and they have consistently delivered quality service that has allowed our companies to build a trustworthy long-term partnership. What sets Driver Require apart is their unwavering reliability. Whether it's covering last-minute jobs or facilitating temp to perm contracts, they consistently deliver on their promises. The team have become integral to our operations, understanding our specific needs, and regularly providing us with dependable drivers. Their proactive approach to managing any changes in scheduling or unforeseen circumstances, such as sickness or holidays, has been a tremendous asset, offering us peace of mind that our operations will continue to run smoothly, 24/7. I am genuinely pleased with the service provided by Driver Require and am confident in our ongoing partnership.
    Marc Bailey, Transport Manager
  • We have been using Driver Require for many years now, as we continuously require kit to be delivered to venues across the UK. The team take the time and consideration to find the right driver for the job and our last-minute changes are never too much trouble. The drivers who come to site are always flexible and work with our team to get the job done! We appreciate that the team take the time to come and visit our offices to have a catch up and make sure they're offering the best possible service.
    Charlie Gray, Operations Coordinator
  • Driver Require has successfully partnered with us for over 10 years. Their highly responsive, professional approach has never failed to provide us with good quality drivers to fulfil our short-term needs.
    Aztek
  • We have been using Driver Require for a long time, I myself came through as temp to perm more than 15 years ago. We need reliable workers who can follow instruction to the letter with the complex needs of our company. The staff that Driver Require supply us with are good drivers that are very polite to the customers we see on a daily basis. Other companies have tried to gain our business but with the standard of drivers we get from Driver Require, we're not willing to change.
    Caroline, Transport Team Manager
  • We have been working with Driver Require for approximately 14 months, they've been supplying Class 1 drivers to us during this time. We have an excellent relationship and Driver Require are always very responsive to any requests or queries we send through. The quality of drivers supplied has always been of an exceptional standard, I haven't had one bad driver yet in the time of working together. I come from a driving background and have spent 20 odd years with agencies and have never experienced a better agency to work with than Driver Require.
    Wincanton, Wickes
  • I was initially contacted by the Branch Manager at Driver Require, regarding supplying us with HGV drivers. However, after speaking to the Branch Manager it became apparent that he would be able to help us with some C&D and 7.5t cover. The main reason for agreeing to work with Driver Require was the Branch Manager - he came across as knowledgeable and professional and someone who wouldn't let us down, so l agreed to give it a try. The drivers supplied by the team have been excellent and communication with the office has also been first class. Driver Require have not over-promised and we have ongoing confidence that they will continue to provide quality drivers.
    Mark Keleher, Site Manager
  • We have had an excellent experience working with Driver Require to source qualified Class 2 HGV drivers for our healthcare transportation needs. They worked diligently to understand our specific requirements and provide us with well-trained, safety-focused drivers with the right skills and credentials. We are very satisfied with the high level of service and support Driver Require has provided. Their effective communication, driver management, and training have allowed us to secure the experienced, professional drivers we require. We would happily recommend Driver Require for their exemplary service and ability to quickly provide skilled drivers that meet an organisation's unique needs.
    Ntando Bunge, Transport Operator, Ceva Logistics

Our timeline

  • 2000

    Driver Require is founded by Steve Prince with its first office in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

  • 2007

    Steve sells the company to EPIC Private Equity. Kieran Smith takes over as CEO with a mandate to grow the company through geographic expansion. Company grows to 4 branches.

  • 2008

    The recession hits hard so the company temporarily downsizes to a core team, still providing a quality service to its loyal customers.

  • 2010

    As the UK economy finally moves out of recession, the business grows with expansion into 5 new offices between 2010 and 2014.

  • 2014

    Driver Require secures the Master Vendor contract for the supply of LGV drivers to Ocado’s national operations.

  • 2015

    The company is bought from EPIC in an MBO supported by Chrysalis VCT. Kieran remains CEO and Gwynne Lewis becomes Operations Director. As revenues and headcount increase, the company moves its head office to larger premises in Stevenage.

  • 2016

    Head count grows to 25 and a new office opens in Andover.

  • 2017-20

    Driver Require wins several business awards and listed in The Recruiter’s FAST 50 – the UK’s 50 fastest growing recruitment companies, for two years in a row..

  • 2020

    Pandemic hits and UK goes into first full lockdown but the company remains fully operational and working remotely.

  • 2021

    Second lockdown is lifted and Driver Require opens a seventh branch in Lutterworth. DR becomes the first UK driving agency to achieve 3 gold standard quality marks: REC Audited, Logistics UK Driver Agency Excellence accreditation, and FCSA Supply Chain Partner. Driver Require establishes a Think Tank and publishes the acclaimed Report “The Answer to the UK’s Driver Shortage Crisis”. 

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Google Reviews

  • Dave Gallacher
    Dave Gallacher
    Good range of jobs available, decent rates of pay. Always able to get in contact with the office or someone on call with good knowledge and understanding of the job or role sent to. Never had an issue with pay, easy timesheet process
  • Ionel Lucian Dinica
    Ionel Lucian Dinica
    Very easy to find work , very nice and kind staff, all details explained very easy. Highly recommended.
  • Catalin Sirghe
    Catalin Sirghe
    A reliable and efficient agency. I’ve had a positive experience with Driver Require. They have consistently paid on time and have never cancelled a shift. The communication is excellent. If you’re looking for a reliable agency that values its drivers, Driver Require is a great choice.