Hi everyone, this is my first post but I’ve been looking at this site for a few months now, it’s given me a few good tips and loads of info to bear in mind!
Took my class 2 in November and Class 1 last week, passed both 1st time. I put myself through both with my own money, which definitely gave both an added incentive to pass and also loads of extra pressure I reckon. Now that I’ve got my shiny new licence, and registered with a few agencies, I would just like to ask the more experienced guys out there what kind of work a rookie like me can expect in the first few months or so? Somehow I dont think all the plum jobs will come my way instantly lol Also, if anybody has recommendations for reputable agencies around Edinburgh/Lothians (or Glasgow at a push), I would be interested to hear from you.
Finally, I’ve been reading a lot of the posts from guys who are thinking about going for their licence but are in two minds. My advice would be to go for it, I am so glad that I did. It’s always worth haggling over the price too if you are concerned about costs, I managed to ■■■■■ a large chunk off Scania’s original quote up at Newbridge and took them up on their offer, and to all those about to start training or take tests: Good Luck, stay cool and you’ll be fine!
Anyway will keep y’all posted on how I get on work-wise, cheers for reading this, Paul.
It depends on your agency but they are more likely to give you some Class 2 multi drop work to start with.
It seems to be standard practice.
Some how agencies seem to think that getting a rigid into 30+ different town centre drop off’s per day, is a lot easier for newbies than doing a straight trunking run!
It depends on your agency but they are more likely to give you some Class 2 multi drop work to start with.
It seems to be standard practice.
Some how agencies seem to think that getting a rigid into 30+ different town centre drop off’s per day, is a lot easier for newbies than doing a straight trunking run!
Haha scarab I thought you might say that!!! Everyone I’ve spoken to has given the same sort of advice. I dont mind tho, you gotta start somewhere. I’ll happily take whatever im offered.
Have you tried any companies regarding an HGV1 position ?
I tried a few, some would have liked to have given me a try, only being a newbie insurance was a problem, but eventually one company offered me a day out. The delivery was on time, the truck came back in one piece, and I have been working with them permanently for the last 4 weeks.
Usually 1 or 2 drops, maybe a collection, and it is fridge work, so nice and clean. Some of the locations are a little tricky for a newbie, but I enjoy it.
Try Tesco, 3663, Morrisons, Iceland and Bookers. They all have depots around the Edinburgh/Glasgow areas, you may be lucky ?
Also, if anybody has recommendations for reputable agencies around Edinburgh/Lothians (or Glasgow at a push), I would be interested to hear from you.
on the test pass… and your first post…
