Van to HGV Academy

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Not specified
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Transportation
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Multi-drop deliveries Loading and unloading Vehicle maintenance HGV Class 2 Customer service CPC training Safety Driving

FULL DESCRIPTION

Your Road to an HGV Career Starts Here

If you’ve ever wanted to step up from a van to a full-size HGV, our Van to HGV Academy is your chance to make it happen. You’ll earn a wage from day one, gain your licence with our fully funded training, and get real on-the-job experience in a supportive team environment.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • Category B licence with no more than 3 penalty points
  • Organised, proactive, and quality-focused approach
  • Willingness to do early starts and occasional nights out
  • Commitment to safety and customer satisfaction

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

On the Road While You Train

  • Carrying out multi-drop deliveries and collections in a company van
  • Loading and unloading palletised goods, trolleys, and stillages using a tail-lift and pump truck
  • Checking freight against paperwork to ensure accuracy
  • Keeping your vehicle clean, safe, and roadworthy through daily checks
  • Working closely with the transport office to follow delivery priorities and route changes

Progressing to HGV Class 2

  • Moving into HGV Class 2 work once you’ve gained your licence
  • Completing general haulage deliveries and collections across the UK
  • Spending an average of 1–2 nights out per week (tax-free allowance provided)
  • Building your skills on a range of vehicle sizes, from 7.5 tonne up to 26 tonne trucks

Ongoing Development

  • Receiving coaching and mentoring from experienced HGV drivers
  • Opportunities to progress from Class 2 to Class 1 within the company
  • Learning industry best practices in safety, loading, and customer service

WHAT YOU'LL GET

  • Earn while you learn – £11.45 per hour in the van, rising to £12.85 once you get your HGV, then £13.95 after 8 months
  • Overtime rates for Saturdays & Sundays
  • £26 tax-free night out allowance (once qualified)
  • Weekly pay & 28 days’ holiday (plus extra days for long service)
  • Modern, well-maintained vehicles & full uniform
  • In-house CPC training & ongoing career support
  • The chance to progress from Van → Class 2 → Class 1

Your Next Stop: Apply Today

If you’ve got the drive, we’ve got the road map. Apply today, join our Van to HGV Academy, and start a career where the journey is just as rewarding as the destination.

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