Making a move

Hi I’m Rob,
I currently work as a hgv mechanic for a vehicle hire company, but i would like to get my hgv licence. Can anyone recommend a trainer in the West Yorkshire area? I would like to make the move from being a mechanic to being on the road as i really enjoy driving. I drive rigid trucks around the yard at the moment but not being able to road test them limits my experience. So can anyone suggest how i make this move to becoming a truck driver?

Thanks

You will need the following:

Medical (at any doctor)
Provisional CAT C licence
Theory tests (training recommended)
Driving assessment
Driver training and prac test.

Driver cpc - 35 hours if you have a current C1
Mods 2 and 4 if you don’t have a C1.

When choosing a trainer I suggest at least 2 assessments. DSA Accredited LGV training centres can be found here: dft.gov.uk/fyn/lgv.php

Avoid brokers. Always visit your prospective trainer and satisfy yourself as to their quality.

Any further questions, fire away. Pete :laughing: :laughing:

Thanks Pete I only have car licence right now as Im only 21. I have talked to alot of drivers which i meet through work and know i would enjoy driving as a profession. how do i go about getting sorting dcpc and tacho cards out?
thanks