HGV Driver Jobs in the UK

HGV drivers are the backbone of UK construction and logistics. Every construction site depends on materials being delivered on time, and every delivery needs a qualified HGV driver. With 22 live vacancies on SiteJobs right now and rates of £16-24/hour, agencies are actively recruiting across the country.

If you hold a valid HGV Class 1 (CE) or Class 2 (C) licence, there is consistent work available. Construction haulage, tipper work, and grab lorry operations are all in high demand. SiteJobs lists HGV driving jobs from agencies across the UK with direct phone numbers - no CV needed, just call and start work.

What Does an HGV Driver Do on Construction Sites?

Construction HGV drivers operate large goods vehicles to transport materials to, from, and between construction sites. The work varies depending on the vehicle and the project:

• Tipper lorry (Class 2/C): transporting sand, gravel, crushed stone, and spoil. Tipping loads on site or at landfill
• Grab lorry (Class 2/C): collecting and delivering aggregates, removing waste and spoil from sites
• Articulated lorry (Class 1/CE): long-distance haulage of construction materials, plant machinery, and prefabricated components
• Low loader (Class 1/CE): transporting excavators, bulldozers, and other large plant between sites
• Concrete mixer (Class 2/C): delivering ready-mix concrete to construction sites

On a typical day, a construction HGV driver will:

• Conduct pre-use vehicle checks (daily walkaround, brake test, tyre condition)
• Load or supervise loading at the quarry, depot, or previous site
• Drive to the construction site following the planned route
• Manoeuvre into position for tipping or unloading
• Work with banksman/traffic marshal to reverse safely
• Tip or unload the material
• Complete delivery paperwork and tachograph records
• Return for the next load or to the depot

HGV Driver Pay Rates UK 2026

HGV driver pay depends on licence class, experience, and the type of work:

• HGV Class 2 (Category C) - tipper/grab: £16-20/hour
• HGV Class 1 (Category CE) - artic: £18-24/hour
• Experienced Class 1 (ADR/hazardous): £22-28/hour
• Low loader/plant haulage: £20-26/hour
• Day rate (Class 1 contract): £180-£260/day
• London and South East: add 15-20% to all figures

Long-term infrastructure projects (HS2, road upgrades, renewable energy sites) often pay premium rates. Night work and weekend shifts typically attract higher rates as well.

What Licences and Tickets Do You Need?

To work as an HGV driver on UK construction sites, you need:

• HGV licence (Category C or CE): the core requirement. Category C is for rigid vehicles over 7.5 tonnes (Class 2). Category CE is for articulated vehicles (Class 1). Apply through the DVLA. Source: gov.uk/become-lorry-bus-driver
• Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence): mandatory for all professional HGV drivers. 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years. Source: gov.uk/driver-cpc
• Digital tachograph card: required to record driving hours and rest periods. Source: gov.uk/digital-tachographs
• CSCS card: required for site access on most construction sites. Apply at cscs.uk.com
• ADR certificate (desirable): for transporting hazardous materials. Adds £2-4/hour to your rate
• NPORS or CPCS plant transport ticket (desirable): for low loader and plant haulage work

Safety and Regulations

HGV drivers operating on or around construction sites must comply with multiple sets of regulations:

• The Road Traffic Act 1988: governs all road use in the UK. Covers speed limits, vehicle fitness, load securing, and driver responsibilities. Source: legislation.gov.uk
• EU Drivers' Hours Rules (Regulation (EC) 561/2006): limits driving time to 9 hours per day (extendable to 10 hours twice per week), with a maximum of 56 hours per week and 90 hours per fortnight. Minimum 45-minute break after 4.5 hours driving. Source: legislation.gov.uk
• The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015): places duties on site controllers to manage vehicle safety, including traffic management plans and banksman provision for reversing. Source: legislation.gov.uk
• HSE guidance on site transport: the HSE provides detailed guidance on managing vehicle safety on construction sites, including reversing procedures, segregation of pedestrians and vehicles, and traffic management. Source: hse.gov.uk
• PUWER 1998 (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations): requires that vehicles are suitable, maintained, and inspected. Source: legislation.gov.uk

Safety is critical. HGVs on construction sites are involved in a significant proportion of construction fatalities. The HSE reports that being struck by a moving vehicle is one of the leading causes of death in construction. Competent drivers, proper traffic management, and trained banksmen are essential.

How to Get an HGV Licence

Class 2 (Category C)

1. Hold a full UK car licence (Category B)
2. Be 18 or over (some insurers require 21+)
3. Pass the medical (DVLA D4 form, approximately £50-90)
4. Apply for provisional Category C entitlement on your driving licence
5. Pass the Category C theory test (multiple choice and hazard perception)
6. Complete Category C practical training (typically 3-5 days)
7. Pass the Category C practical test (approximately £115 test fee)
8. Complete Driver CPC initial qualification (if first HGV licence)

Total cost: £1,500-£3,000 depending on training provider. Many agencies and employers will sponsor your training if you commit to working with them.

Class 1 (Category CE)

1. Hold a valid Category C licence
2. Pass the Category CE theory test
3. Complete Category CE practical training (typically 3-5 days)
4. Pass the Category CE practical test

Additional cost: £800-£1,500 on top of your Category C training.

Types of HGV Driving Work in Construction

• Tipper work: the most common construction HGV job. Transporting aggregates, soil, and rubble. Regular runs between quarries, waste sites, and construction projects
• Grab lorry: loading and unloading materials using a hydraulic grab arm. Common on demolition and site clearance projects
• Low loader: transporting construction plant (excavators, dumpers, cranes) between sites. Requires additional loading and securing skills
• Ready-mix concrete: time-critical deliveries to construction sites. Requires knowledge of concrete types and site access
• Plant hire haulage: moving rented plant between hire depots and construction sites
• General haulage: delivering building materials (bricks, steel, timber, scaffolding) from suppliers to sites

Agencies Hiring HGV Drivers Now

These agencies all have verified phone numbers and are actively recruiting HGV drivers for construction work across the UK:

• Daniel Owen - 0345 810 1020 (all trades including HGV, national coverage)
• Randstad CPE - 0113 244 5100 (construction and property, national)
• Hays Construction - 0207 084 6299 (all trades, national)
• PSI Global - 0151 294 3007 (construction and logistics, North West)
• Holt Engineering - 07955 081 482 (engineering and construction, South)
• Russell Taylor Group - 0151 737 5560 (construction and engineering, North)

Call any of these agencies and ask about HGV driving roles in your area. Or browse SiteJobs to see all live vacancies with phone numbers in one place.

How to Find HGV Driving Jobs

Instead of calling each agency separately, browse SiteJobs to see HGV driving vacancies from multiple agencies in one place. Every listing has a verified phone number so you can call direct and discuss the role with the recruiter. Register free to see full contact details and save jobs.

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Informatii in limba Romana

Sunteti sofer de TIR sau camion (HGV) si cautati de munca in UK? Aveti nevoie de permis Category C sau CE si Driver CPC. Tarife: £16-24/ora. SiteJobs listeaza zeci de locuri de munca pentru soferi HGV cu numere de telefon verificate. Sunati direct la agentie, fara CV.

Informacione ne Shqip

Jeni shofer kamioni ose TIR (HGV) dhe kerkoni pune ne UK? Ju duhet leja Category C ose CE dhe Driver CPC. Pagesa: £16-24/or. SiteJobs liston dhjetra vende pune per shofer HGV me numra telefoni te verifikuar. Telefononi direkt agjensise, pa CV.

Информация на русском языке

Вы водитель грузовика или фуры (HGV) и ищете работу в UK? Вам нужны права Category C или CE и Driver CPC. Ставки: £16-24/час. На SiteJobs десятки вакансий для водителей HGV с проверенными номерами телефонов. Звоните напрямую в агентство, без резюме.

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