Thinking of becoming and HGV driver? It’s no secret that in recent times, HGV drivers have been in high demand. According to the ONS (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/recent-trends-and-impacts-of-hgv-driver-shortages), the number of people employed as HGV drivers in any industry, up until June 2021, had fallen by 53,000 in four years. Although these numbers are rising as conditions improve, HGV drivers are still in high demand. This blog looks at some of the reasons a career as an HGV driver is a positive career move for many and may be the right choice for you!
Always in demand
The fact that the infrastructure of every country heavily relies on the movement of goods, you can be sure that a career as an HGV driver brings future-proof security. The rise of online shopping during the pandemic has shown a seemingly permanent change in our shopping habits, meaning the reliance on HGV drivers has increased.
Ditch the 9-5
As the world has changed and adapted over the last few years, many no longer wish to work an average 9-5 role. HGV drivers are given the flexibility effectively choose their work pattern to suit the responsibilities life brings.
Money, money, money!
As you will see from the vacancies for drivers on our recruitment page (https://www.aimrecruit.com/jobs/) a career as an HGV driver brings above average earnings. As the demand for HGV drivers has increased, so has the rise in average wages for drivers which stands at over £30,000 per annum.
Training that doesn’t break the bank
Obtaining an HGV licence is not as expensive as many may think. Some training centres offer the option to spread the cost which can help you to ‘speculate to accumulate’. It’s worth shopping around and obtaining quotes before deciding where to train. We will be addressing how to become an HGV driver in a later blog.
An office with an ever-changing view
Not everyone is suited to an office environment. Driving an HGV allows you the freedom to avoid the constrictions of the ‘same old, same old’ routine that many careers entail. You are able to plan and take routes that will allow you to be paid to travel – while avoiding the management breathing down your neck! Conditions for HGV drivers are ever improving, as per recent Government announcements: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/20-million-to-improve-roadside-facilities-for-hgv-drivers
Fulfilling a passion
It’s not unusual for people to follow a career in HGV driving because of a life’s passion for driving a big wheeled truck! For many, this career answers a calling to not only tick the boxes of work/life balance, an enviable income and the freedom to travel for work but also is quite often a long-held dream job.