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Milford Wing, Station Square, One Gloucester Street, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1GW
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B&W RECRUITMENT LIMITED is an HGV Driver specialist recruitment company that serves the Logistics sector. They have over 20 years of experience in the industry and are ISO 9001 certified. The agency covers both temporary and permanent vacancies with candidates having a wide range of skillsets. They hire Class 1 Drivers, Van Drivers, and Class 2 Tippers, amongst Drivers of all types. The company is based in Trowbridge.
21D Paxcroft Farm, Hilperton, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 6JB
Beavers Recruitment connects job seekers and employers in a diverse range of industries such as Healthcare, Driving, Warehouse, and Commercial. Their client portfolio, which has grown since their establishment in 1990, includes B&Q, M&S, Iceland, Co-op, Tenens, SDC, JB Global, Timbmet, Homebase, and UK Shuttle.
140 Victoria Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 3BU
With offices in Wiltshire, Andover, Hinckley, Newbury, and Abingdon, they cater to a wide range of areas such as Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire, and beyond. Covering the Finance, Automotive, Driving, Engineering, Logistics, and Executive industries, they will recruit for roles such as Stock Controller, Van Driver, Bar & Waiting Staff, Recycling Loader, and more. Aligra is a member of the REC and holds a GLAA accreditation.
Gemini House, Hargreaves Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN25 5AZ
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609 Delta Business Park, Welton Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 7XF
C&D Recruitment covers a vast range of sectors, including Accounting and Finance; Driving; IT, Engineering and Scientific; Logistics, Supply Chain and Warehousing; Sales and Marketing; Commercial; and Industrial. Conceived in 1996, they supply temporary, contract, on-site, project-based and permanent staffing solutions to clients ranging from SMEs to large companies across the UK. C&D is a REC member and has on-site and off-site offices across England which include Swindon, South Marston, Birmingham and Dunstable.
Unit 7, Copse Farm, South Marston Park, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 4UQ
Wise Employment Solutions works with employers and job seekers in different sectors from Sales & Marketing to Hospitality. This agency fulfils temporary, contract and permanent placements in roles such as Warehouse Operative, Paralegal and IT Repair Technician. Wise Employment Solutions has offices in Barnstaple, Exeter, Maidenhead, Plymouth and Swindon and has up to 25 years of experience.
5 Kingsdown Orchard, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 7RR
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Driver Hire Nationwide matches candidates with Specialist Logistics businesses, focusing on Driver and other Transport Operations roles. With teams in more than 100 locations in the UK, they have assisted over 4,000 applicants in permanent and temporary jobs. They began in 1983 and have since gathered awards and certifications like Franchisor of the Year during the 2019 bfa HSBC Franchise Awards, and ISO 9001.
Unit 21 Ergo Business Park, Kelvin Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 3JW
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New Recruits is a recruitment agency deals with the supply of Industrial, Automotive, Catering, Commercial, Transport and Logistics professionals throughout the UK. The agency has branches in Banbury, Bicester, Coventry, Oxford and Swindon, and they recruit for various positions such as Warehouse Operative, Machine Operative, Loader, Administrator, Front of House, Driver, Marquee Erector, Cleaner.
69 Commercial Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 5PL
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Acorn Recruitment is a multi-faceted consultancy established in 1992 for various areas including, but not limited to, Aerospace & Defence, Energy, and Life Sciences. With 600 branches worldwide, they have experience in supplying employees for permanent, temporary and contract jobs, in addition to confidential executive search services and international placements. In the UK, they have offices in Newport and nearly 20 other locations.
Room 2 Station Hill House, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 1EQ
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Blue Arrow connects job seekers with employers seeking permanent, temporary and contract personnel in driving, manufacturing, office and more. Theyve worked with employers such as Royal Mail, Hovis Bakery, Sodexo and Lloyds Banking Group. With the help of their London team, previous successes include 1,500 remote workers in 15 days. They are members of the Association of Labour Providers and are a Crown Commercial Service Supplier.
Ground & 1st Floor 6 Commercial Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 5NF
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Wiltshire agencies quote pay rates that reflect licence class, shift pattern, and route type. Van drivers often earn around £11 to £13 per hour, with rural multidrop at the higher end, where route density is lower. Class 2 day work typically pays £13 to £15 per hour, with nights edging up to £ 15 to £ 20 per hour. Class 1 trunking can cost £16 to £20 per hour on nights and weekends, with premiums for refrigerated or time-pressured RDC work. Permanent salaries vary by licence: Class 2 roles commonly range from £28,000 to £34,000, and Class 1 roles from £32,000 to £42,000, with nights and overtime included. Recruitment fees for permanent hires often span 12% to 20% of basic salary, with temp-to-perm models reducing upfront agency costs after a qualifying period. Speak early about recruitment fees, rebate terms, and conversion charges so that budgeting is clear.
Agencies look for a valid UK licence in the right category, DCPC, and a clean digital tachograph card. New drivers should keep their CPC modules up to date and carry evidence. ADR, HIAB, and MOFFETT tickets boost prospects for higher pay rates and specialist routes. Minibus and bus roles need Category D or D1 with DCPC, plus route familiarisation. School and care transport can trigger DBS checks, so candidates should prepare documents and timeframes. Medical fitness, right to work, and recent driving references matter to recruiters and local employers.
Pay and demand rise around the M4 corridor near Chippenham and Swindon, with Great Western Railway links pulling commuters and shaping shift patterns. A303 and A350 routes carry steady HGV traffic for trunking and pallet networks. White Horse Business Park in Trowbridge, Solstice Park at Amesbury, and sites near Porton Down are driving spikes in delivery requirements. Rural routes around Devizes, Warminster, and Marlborough can mean longer days with fewer drops, so agencies often seek strong route-planning skills and good customer service at the door.
Early starts, split shifts, and rural mileage create pressure on retention. School term calendars reshape minibus and D1 schedules, with strict compliance with safeguarding requirements. MOD activity on Salisbury Plain can drive vetting needs and timed gate slots, which narrows candidate pools. Seasonal parcel peaks strain van and Class 2 cover, so employers who lock in rotas and fair pay rates get first pick of candidates. Weather on exposed routes around the Plain can slow schedules, so recruiters value drivers who manage ETAs and communication well.
Expect regular demand for Class 1 night trunking, Class 2 multidrop, van courier work, CPC-qualified refuse collection crews, and bus or minibus drivers for schools and contracts. ADR tanker work appears in pockets, with weekends and nights hard to fill. HIAB deliveries to construction sites near Chippenham and Trowbridge call for careful load handling and good site etiquette. Shuttle runs between RDCs on the M4; see recurring bookings and temp-to-perm pathways for reliable staff.
Staffing agencies book same-day temporary cover for sickness or volume spikes. Contract assignments often run for three to six months, with greater stability for trunking or fixed-route work. Permanent hiring stays steady for planners seeking retention and brand consistency. Jobseekers can register with an agency and keep CPC hours up through regular shifts. Employers who block-book weeks in advance secure stronger fill rates and reduce last-minute agency costs.
Night premiums of £1 to £3 per hour are common, with Saturday and Sunday uplifts agreed in advance. Holiday pay and pension rules apply for agency workers, so confirm whether rates are inclusive or separate. Permanent recruitment fees can be reduced through volume or exclusivity agreements, with staged payments for senior driver trainer or transport supervisor roles. Clear mileage rules for vans, load wait pay, and demurrage make a difference in retention.
Agencies complete DVLA checks, right-to-work checks, and CPC validation before placement. Tachograph infringements are monitored, and repeat offenders can be removed from client sites. Safe systems of work apply on RDCs, with PPE and yard rules enforced. School routes and healthcare contracts may require DBS clearance. FORS and CLOCS awareness helps with urban deliveries near Bath city fringe and into Bristol, even when the job starts in Wiltshire.
Parcel networks near Swindon, food and drink distribution across Melksham and Warminster, building materials into growing housing sites, and public transport contracts around Salisbury and Trowbridge keep volume moving. Business parks such as White Horse and Solstice Park house logistics, e-commerce fulfilment, and chilled chain operators. Agencies keep standby lists for RDCs on the M4, where timed bays and trailer swaps dominate.
Many drivers step from van to C1, then to Category C, with C+E opened after seat time and funded training. HIAB, ADR, or crane tickets lead to better pay rates and predictable hours. Move into transport office roles such as planner, trainer, or supervisor as route knowledge and compliance experience build. Recruiters often support candidates with interview pointers and advice on licence upgrades, helping local businesses find employees who can grow with the operation.
What licences do I need to drive an HGV in Wiltshire?
Category C or C+E, a valid CPC, and a digital tachograph card are required.
How do agencies in Wiltshire charge for permanent recruitment?
Fees often range from 12% to 20% of basic salary, with rebates agreed in a signed set of terms.
Can I move from temp to perm on a driving contract?
Yes, many bookings include a temp-to-perm route after a qualifying period and a clear attendance record.
What shifts are hardest to fill?
Night trunking, Sunday work, and rural multidrop with early starts tend to be hardest to cover.
Where are the busiest logistics hubs?
Activity clusters along the M4 near Chippenham and Swindon, and at sites like White Horse Business Park and Solstice Park.