HGV recruitment companies operate as a subsection of the transport and logistics market. They are responsible for supplying permanent and temporary candidates for heavy goods vehicle driving jobs.
The HGV recruitment market
There are over 200,000 HGV drivers in the UK, but recruiters and employers are currently having to contend with a skills gap. An aging workforce, coupled with regulation changes, has created a driver shortage and made this a candidate-driven market. As a result, employment businesses are in demand to source staff with Category C+E licences.
Where to find HGV recruitment companies
The Midlands is a key hub for HGV driver recruitment. As the centre of the UK’s road network, and a major player in the retail and manufacturing industries, the East and West Midlands collectively provide more HGV jobs than anywhere else in the country - as well as higher salaries. As a result, a significant number of HGV agencies base themselves here.
The geography of Yorkshire and the North West also makes them prime locations for HGV recruiters. This is helped by the number of ports in these regions, such as in Liverpool and Hull, which supports the creation of distribution jobs. London’s proximity to the main channel sea crossings also attracts employers and recruitment businesses.