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Our Credentials

Our Credentials

Accreditations

We place excellence and compliance at the forefront of everything we do. We take our responsibilities very seriously, which is why our company has achieved the unique status of being the only UK driver recruitment agency with three gold-standard certifications; we have been assured by the FCSA as an FCSA Recruiter Partner (payroll and tax compliance), we have been audited and accredited by the UK Logistics Driver Agency Excellence scheme (haulage sector compliance) and have passed the REC Audit (recruitment compliance).  

  • Haulage Sector Specialist Compliance
    UK Agency Excellence Accreditation
    We are experts in and fully compliant with the haulage sector regulations, including tachograph regulations, the Road Transport Worker WTR.
  • Payroll and Tax Compliance
    FCSA Recruiter Partner
    We, and all our Umbrella partners, pay all taxes and statutory payments on behalf of our agency workers. We strive to prevent tax avoidance, evasion and fraud. All our Umbrella partners are FCSA accredited.
  • Recruitment Compliance
    REC Audited
    We are fully conversant with and compliant with the recruitment agency regulations, code of conduct, Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), and the Matthew Taylor Review of Modern Working Practices.

Our Credentials

Affiliations


We have forged many strong relationships since we opened the doors in 2000 that build on our expertise and allow us to better serve our clients and drivers.

These relationships enable us to fulfil our mission by:

  • providing our clients and drivers with reassurance that regulations and working practices are adhered to
  • providing us with legal, compliance and sector expertise and advice 
  • reinforcing our commitment to training and development 
  • giving access to our industry sector to understand market trends and developments so we can anticipate the needs of our clients and drivers 
  • working with organisations that share our aims and values
  • creating a network of leadership in service and compliance 
  • lobbying the government and regulatory bodies on issues relevant to our sector and our clients

Here are a few of the organisations with whom we are partnered:

  • RHA: Associate Member

    The Road Haulage Association provides dedicated campaigning, advice, information and business services specially tailored for the haulage industry. Associate Members have long played an important role within the RHA, providing the tools, products, services and the expertise that keeps the UK’s haulage business’s wheels turning. Through our Associate membership we support and benefit from the RHA’s lobbying and campaigns for the interests of the UK haulage sector, while having access to their expertise and networking events.
  • REC Corporate Member

    The REC is a reliable source of information, analysis and insight about the world of work and it offers support to ensure the growth and development of recruitment businesses. REC Corporate membership offers access to a team of recruitment law specialists, as well as a comprehensive library of contracts, policies and legal guides to give us complete compliance on all aspects of employment law. We benefit considerably from the REC Legal Services and advice, as well as their lobbying and campaigns for the interests of the recruitment sector, to which we actively contribute through our participation in the REC Driving Sector Executive Steering Committee.
  • Logistics UK

    Logistics UK is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, supporting, shaping and standing up for, efficient logistics. As a Non-Vehicle Operator Member of Logistics UK, we support and benefit from the Logistics UK’s lobbying and campaigns on issues affecting road haulage, as well as getting early and subsidised access to their valuable research and publications. We also attend their Transport Manager Conferences, which provide us with the latest information and guidance on industry legislation, not mention an excellent networking opportunity.
  • FCSA

    The FCSA is the UK's leading membership body dedicated to raising standards and promoting supply chain compliance for the temporary labour market. Its accreditation sets the “gold standard” for tax and payroll compliance by umbrella employers, contractor accountants (PSC) and CIS payroll providers. Many blue-chip companies who depend on agency workers for their supply chain operations are seeking assurance that their agency worker providers are fully tax and payroll compliant, they are therefore demanding that their agencies are compliant and partner only with FCSA accredited Umbrella providers. We adhere to the FCSA’s rigorous standards and accordingly we have signed up to the FCSA Recruiter Partner Charter, one clause of which confirms that we will only partner with FCSA accredited Umbrella companies.
  • Tachomaster

    Driver Require uses the Tachomaster System and web-service to analyse our drivers’ tachograph records and infringements to ensure first class compliance. It provides us with real-time analysis of digital tachographs records against both the European Tachograph and Drivers’ Hours Rules and Working Time Directive regulations, which enables us to proactively coach and develop our drivers to improve their working practices and compliance.
  • Driver CPC

    As you would expect we take this very seriously as a driving agency, we have two staff members who are fully trained in the delivery of a Drivers hours and a Safe Loading course for drivers CPC.  In addition to this we have gone one step further and we have a member of staff who has completed the Transport Managers (CPC) course. This increased level of training gives us a unique level of insight into many important priorities that our customers have and enables us to pass this onto our drivers when they take on assignments.
  • Armed Forces Covenant

    We are very proud to announce that we have signed the Armed Forces Covenant. This covenant sets out the relationship between the nation, the government and our Armed Forces. It recognises that the whole nation has a moral obligation to members of the Armed Forces and their families, and it establishes how they should expect to be treated. The covenant exists to redress the disadvantages that the armed forces community may face in comparison to other citizens, and to recognise sacrifices made. This is something we at Driver Require passionately believe in and support.
  • Parliamentary Review

    The main aim of the Parliamentary Review is to showcase best practice as a learning tool to the public and private sector. It looks back on the year in industry and Westminster and is sent to leading policymakers. It is essential that politicians have a firm understanding of the challenges with which British organisations must contend and The Review provides the platform for their insights to be aired. Driver Require’s first report was published in 2020 in the Transport section of The Review. Exceptionally, Driver Require was invited to make a further submission in the 2021 issue, and was also featured in the Parliamentary Reviews news “Turbulent times for UK haulage sector but it will adapt to post-Covid-19 world”
  • The Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

    Chaired by former Home Secretary and Education Secretary, Lord Blunkett, The Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland brings together the most influential figures from across the country. It celebrates the hard work and achievements of the nation’s unsung leaders, while laying the ground for the next generation. As a member of the Leaders Council, Kieran Smith, our CEO, has committed to the Council’s code of conduct, with its stringent emphasis on high standards and a responsibility to share knowledge with others.
  • UK Haulier

    Driver Require is a member of UK Haulier's award-winning Directory, one of the busiest and most comprehensive online directories of companies from the UK’s road transport and freight logistics industries.

Who we work with

Testimonials

  • 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
  • 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 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
  • 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
  • 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 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 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
  • "I was looking for a company that could take care of our driver requirements and alleviate the strains that this puts on the business throughout the peak season. Driver Require is able to meet our requirements both at short notice and when planned. They are the first company I have used that actually took time to understand our requirements rather than just putting drivers on seats. This has resulted in a much better working dynamic and I would struggle to go elsewhere."
    Kaboodle (Stevenage branch)
  • “I would like to say a huge thankyou to Hugo, Matt, Paul and all of the team at Driver Require. All of the interactions we have had with anyone from Driver Require have always been highly professional and very pleasant. The Driver Require team have remained enthusiastic at all times and having personally seen their drivers in action, I can certainly say that they have done everything we could have asked of them and helped contribute to us achieving our project targets.”
    Darren Carter (Stevenage branch), General Manager UK
  • I just wanted to say a huge thank you to both of you and your teams for your support this year with our peak staff. The majority of our peak staff have been supplied by yourselves and the quality of the people coming in is outstanding. Virtually all the drivers are at a high standard and achieving more stops each day than I was expecting, or even asked for. Vetting for all staff is flawless and your attention to detail really shows. I can confidently say we would not have got through this period without your help and I will 100% be using Driver Require in the new year as my first stop for temporary, temp/perm workers. Thank you all so much…
    National Supply Chain operator (Northampton region)
  • We have been using Driver require for nearly 3 years now and we find them to be one of the best Driving recruitment agencies around. Gemma and Vicky are very professional at all times. They supply us with a large amount of drivers on a daily permanent basis. Excellent work guys . We look forward to continuing to work with you in the future.
    Anthony Main, Driver Trainer
  • We were first introduced to Driver Require in September 2016. They 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)

Awards

  • Recruiter Awards 2022: Best Recruitment Agency Marketing Team
  • The Recruiter Fast 50: 2019 & 2020
  • The Recruiter Fast 50: 2019 & 2020
  • Hertfordshire Business Awards 2017
  • IRP Awards
  • Biz4biz Award 2018