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Your guide to HGV driver jobs in Somerset, Cornwall, Dorset and Devon (and Hampshire!)


Your guide to HGV driver jobs in Somerset, Cornwall, Dorset and Devon (and Hampshire!)

October 2020 |
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To help you decide if the South West is right for you, here’s a detailed overview of driver jobs in each of our counties!



We Made AITT!

September 2020    |

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Having delivered Materials Handling Equipment training for many years under the ITSSAR banner, we have taken the decision to transfer our accreditation to another of the four Accrediting Bodies Association (ABA) members.   The ABA was originally set up in 2012, and works closely with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) to produce recognised standards… Read more »

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HGV driver recruitment tips for the South West

September 2020    |

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Our HGV driver recruitment tips give you a complete guide to finding and keeping the best driver jobs in the South West   This easy-to-use guide covers the following:     Finding your nearest HGV recruitment branch How to apply Employee benefits: what to expect Training and upskilling opportunities Top tips for career progression  … Read more »

Logistics and Supply Chain Partnerships (COVID Update)

August 2020    |

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When it comes to logistics and supply chain partnerships, supply chain managers are facing an unprecedented set of challenges as we learn to live with the profound changes and disruption caused by COVID-19.   Whilst the economy has slumped by 20% and logistics sector has dropped by as much as 50%, we are also seeing… Read more »

A Day In The Life Of A: Skip Driver

August 2020    |

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Having done lots of HIAB work previously, I was fairly confident that I’d be able to handle a skip loader, although things weren’t quite as I’d expected!   07:20 I arrive on site, report to the transport office and get the keys to my wagon – a 2004 ‘reg Hino. Off I go to start… Read more »

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A Day In The Life Of A: Palletised MultiDrop Driver

July 2020    |

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The Good   I suppose I should start this with a disclaimer: the multi-drop palletised delivery experience will vary massively between companies. Some are better organised than others and/or simply deal with less volume, which makes planning a much less onerous task and reduces the possibility of complications.   This was one of the good… Read more »

New Online Driver CPC Training is Here to Stay (for now)

July 2020    |

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We’re excited to announce that Online Driver CPC Training is here to stay. But how do you book in, and what other rules have changed?

A Day In The Life Of A: HIAB Driver

July 2020    |

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Bag packed the night before, ready to head out the door for 05:45. My shift doesn’t start until 07.30 but I’ve got a 75-mile journey to do first. For some reason the construction and DIY sector seems to be booming right now, meaning we’re struggling to get enough crane qualified drivers to fill all the… Read more »

Logistics and COVID-19; an industry response to a global crisis

July 2020    |

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When it comes to Covid-19, it is worth remembering that the logistics industry is no stranger to disruption. Logistics operations for a large organisation can be vast, spanning dozens of countries and potentially hundreds of suppliers.   These huge supply chains are endlessly optimised and, in many cases, can be driven to the point of… Read more »

Top 10 Driver Bag Essentials

June 2020    |

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Whether you’ve been driving for decades, you’re completely new to the world of transport or you fit somewhere in between, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got everything on this list so you’re ready for anything!    1. USB Charger  Most devices these days run off a USB power connection; mobile phones, sat-navs, e-cigarettes, bluetooth earpieces –… Read more »

The Ex-Service Personnel’s guide to HGV driving careers

May 2020    |

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Many of the qualities and skills you trained for and developed during military service are highly transferable to a professional driving career. It’s why many of the best HGV drivers are ex-service personnel.   However, this doesn’t tell you why so many people choose HGV driving as a new career after leaving the forces.  … Read more »

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Online Driver CPC: Could it be here to stay?

April 2020    |

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Online Driver CPC Training Due to the COVID-19 outbreak in the UK, the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) have allowed training providers to move their training courses online. In a move that was welcomed by training providers and the Transport & Logistics sector alike, drivers now have the opportunity to attend training remotely.  … Read more »

5 Hacks to Fast Track your HGV Career

April 2020    |

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Depending on your skillsets and experience, HGV drivers in the UK can earn £40k or more a year. But that is not to say that every HGV driving job is created equal, or that every employer will offer such high wages for the same job.   So, how do you make sure you’re doing everything… Read more »

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Why Backline Should Be The ONLY Choice For Drivers

April 2020    |

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Let’s be honest. The COVID-19 outbreak has presented many individuals, companies and even the government with both numerous and significant challenges.   The Logistics sector is a unique one – but one in which we have been operating for many years. Our understanding of it, including the people who make it what it is, continues… Read more »

How to become an HGV driver (without failing along the way)

March 2020    |

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Wondering how to become an HGV driver? For the right person, HGV driving offers excellent career opportunities. The online shopping and home delivery boom mean logistics has never been more in demand. And, with a national shortage of drivers out there, the good ones are never out of work [OK – we’ll make an exception… Read more »

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