Why you should become an HGV driver in 2021

WHY SHOULD YOU BECOME AN HGV DRIVER IN 2021

There is currently a national HGV driver shortage. This means that haulage companies across the nation are desperate for HGV drivers to help make their deliveries – Read about it here https://driverrequire.co.uk/hgv-driver-shortage-crisis

HGV driving offers an exciting and varied lifestyle

You could find yourself driving anything from an 18t rigid lorry to a 44t articulated lorry with a trailer. The type of goods you deliver can be anything from groceries to building materials, medical supplies and household items. The list is almost endless – Read about some of our clients https://driverrequire.co.uk/clients/testimonials

The pay is very competitive and regularly under review in line with demand

Our HGV drivers on average earn anywhere between £600 - £1000 in a full working week

Contrary to popular belief, lorry driving is a very sociable, self-guided and diverse profession 

As a driver, you will travel all over the United Kingdom (in some cases the Continent) meeting people from all walks of life and building your social network

How?

1. Find yourself a driving school – There are driving schools all over the country offering a variety of packages to suit new drivers
2. Fund your training – On average, from a standard category B licence (car), you can expect to pay anywhere up to £2000 to obtain your category C licence
3. Complete your HGV medical, find out how on the Gov.uk
4. Book and complete your hazard perception and theory test 
5. Book your practical training – You should allow a full week to complete your HGV training (including your CPC modules)
6. Book and pass your test
7. Start your new career as a HGV driver

Break into your new field

• Sign up with the UK’s leading specialist driving agency – see our available jobs on our Jobs Board
• See why our drivers love working for us https://driverrequire.co.uk/drivers/driver-testimonials
• Start working immediately to build your CV and experience

Hugo Dawson, Stevenage Branch Manager, June 2021