Is it me or are driving jobs few and far between
Very few being advertised, apart from scummy agencies.
There are loads of jobs and in the near future because of the DCPC requirement agencies and Hauliers are going to pay you megabucks as you will be in BIG demand. Why I can see the day when they will be offering us medical and pension packages and buying you a new truck to drive full time just in the hope of keeping you and to prevent head hunters tempting you away! Well that’s what the training companies are telling me 
So it will be £599 special offer today for your DCPC do you want to book now? 
Even the agency jobs aren’t real. I keep clicking and calling and still hear nothing!
The job im in now and my last wernt advertised just called up, on the website of the previous job i was in said they didnt have any jobs but called anyway and if it wasnt because i had to serve by notice i’d of started the next day.
Plenty of work available at Stobarts Goole if you want to work for them numerous vacancies but all involve weekend working though.
One reads a lot about “Banging on doors” and making cold calls etc, but I’ve yet to hear of a GOOD job that’s been landed that way. I personally dont believe it’s ‘because holders of such jobs keep stumn’, just that ‘holders of such jobs won’t be bumped into at the RDC’ for a start!
Let’s hear less of this “It’s a good job because I get paid for a 40 hour week regardless of how many hours I do” because that kind of job will have you working 41-55 hours most weeks, and can’t therefore be classified as “good” if its salaried.
If agencies guaranteed that many hours per week even at average hourly rates, then agency work there would then be considered a cushy number indeed - yes?
“Job Crappiness” consists perhaps of a combination of at least these factors:
(1) Zero hours contracts (biggest bugbear for most people
(2) Poor hourly rates/Salary (big bugbear for myself)
(3) Miles and miles away
(4) Dirty and knackered old kit when you get there
(5) Awkward places to go to like farms at night or low-level docks during power cuts & lockdowns
(6) Cavalier attidude of firm towards their staff - ‘not getting sued’ is all they care about, rather than your own personal comfort & safety.
(7) A lack of Paid holidays based on your average working week’s hours rather than a flat bottom contract. Anyone getting £550 per week “nominal” holiday pay on here as standard?
(8) A lack of Proper PAYE done with everything under the sun done to bump up your pay at no cost to you in a manner that doesn’t ever have the tax office seeing reason to do an audit…
(9) A lack of cheery work colleagues when too many are backstabbing miserable gits trying to keep their heads down, 'cos they fear for their jobs all the time.
and
(10) A lack of decent canteen facilities, secure parking, and other creature comforts that shouldn’t just be the preserve of foreign outfits providing jobs for the no-speake English brigade. 
tuckman:
Plenty of work available at Stobarts Goole if you want to work for them numerous vacancies but all involve weekend working though.
“In line with Eddie Stobarts Rates of Pay” means:
They APPEAR to have a national pay scale like firms such as Royal Mail
but…
You’ll actually be paid Starving Northerner’s rates. You’d never get away with such low pay here in the southeast, so Boss just won’t bother opening a large depot here in Kent, Surrey, or Southeast London for instance. Don’t get me wrong - personally, I wouldn’t mind having a swagger on the agency at ESL, but there just ain’t any around my neighbourhood!
Remember I only left full time because among other reasons I became disatisfied with the bog-standard take home pay that it had become, mainly thanks to falling amounts of overtime coupled with a collapsing RATE for it at the same time. 
When there are jobs available with £600pw takehome pay again (average 48 hour week to stay legal) I’ll go back to full time. I hope I don’t have to wait too long obviously, but for the time being, I’ve allowed myself until 2018 to make this happen.
Even if such full time jobs NEVER re-appear, any general economic pick up will flood the temp market with so many agency shifts that sheer supply and demand will eventually cause rates to rise sharply. This could happen in turn as early as the end of next year, when we’re led to believe a large trunk of elderly drivers will be hanging up their keys rather than get their DCPC…
Think I’m dreaming?
If we’ve got rid of Cameron by that point, there’s more than a good chance it’ll become reality. The odds on “Cameron being the next Prime Minister” are lengthening rapidly, not because the Tories are expected to “not get a majority” at the next election, but because “Cameron isn’t expected to be Leader” any more.
I see so we are pinning our hopes on Ed Milliband? Think I will top meself now
HGV DRIVERS REQUIRED: VACANCIES TO WORK IN FAMILY RUN GENERAL HAULAGE BUSINESS, NO NIGHTS OUT, NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY AS FULL TRAINING PROVIDED. GREAT OPPORTUNITY AND GOOD WORKING CONDITIONS.
TO APPLY TELEPHONE
01268 530805
OR E MAIL barry@kekentsltd.co.uk
MJS Transport Ltd
HGV Driver
Job description
Class 1 HGV Drivers Required by a General Haulage company operating and based in Nazeing.
Position is for Tramping all over mainland Britain
Previous experience essential Max 6 points
Please contact Joe on 07836 345804
HGV1 DRIVERS
Job description
Calling all HGV1 Drivers-Fed up with working weekends-then we have the job for you.
First Transport are a logistic company based in Barking.
We are looking to recruit good quality, hardworking, HGV1 Drivers for our new contract in Barking. This contract is due to start the beginning of June, and will be Monday to Friday. Successful candidates must have up to date knowledge of the European working time directive & driving hours, as this will be tested before employment
All candidates will be driver assessed, by a fully qualified DSA assessor, prior to being offered the position.
Due to our insurance policy, candidates must have no CD/DD or DR on their licence even if spent and a maximum of 6 points.
Immediate interview available for the right candidates. Call now on 0208 507 2020 or send Your C.V.
Boomerang
Class 2 Driver
Job description
Must have an upto date licence. You will be driving an 8 wheeler muck shifting lorry so experience is essential. Must have own hard hat boots and a High vis. This is a long term contract for the right person
ob description
Must hold full HGV Class 1 licence, and have digital tacho card. The ideal candidate should either hold, or be currently working towards Driver CPC.
Required to deliver and collect scaffolding equipment from sites, the position also involves general manual assistance with loading and unloading the equipment.
45+ hours per week, Monday-Friday, between 5:00am - 6:00pm. Overtime avaliable, including Saturday working.
To apply please send Cv via email to terry.higgins@swiftscaffolding.co.uk, for the attention of Terry Higgins.
HGV 1 Driver
Job description
Must have sufficient class 1 experience. Must have full driving license. Very friendly small company. Duties include driving class 1 vehicles. This position is subject to a month trial and checkable references are required.
Various hours to suit
To apply email skmhaulage@gmail.com or phone 02085901484/07984788980 or 07939544446
Or, tell us why you don’t wish to apply for this job.
Job description
Experienced class 1 tipper drivers wanted. Must of had at least 1 years experience and be hard working. Must be reliable and trustworthy. It is a tramping role away Monday-Friday. Tipping aggregates like coal, stone, salt etc. Ideally hold EPIC card. If you have experience please send cv and covering letter to sarah at :sarah@e-haul.co.uk
do people actually look ■■? these are just from yesterday in my area
Ashtead Plant Hire Co Ltd
HGV Driver
Job description
You will be involved in local deliveries and collections providing a fast, reliable and friendly service for our customers.
A good knowledge of the area, clean HGV driving licence with towing entitlement, flexibility, physical fitness and helpful approach are all key attributes. A good knowledge of non-operated plant-hire equipment is preferable but not essential.
You will be customer focused, well organised, disciplined and able to work under pressure. Previous experience within a plant or tool hire role would be an advantage but not essential as training can be given.
Closing Date: 28/05/2013
V CLASS 1 DRIVER
Job description
Must possess HGV Class 1 licence and must be flexible with working hours. May involve occasional nights away. Role will involve supermarket distribution and general haulage. 45-50 hours per week between Monday-Sunday. Apply by telephone to Howard on 07540409006 between 8.30am-6pm.
Anderson Grant
CLASS 2 DRIVER
Job description
Job Purpose:
Delivering flooring products in and around East Anglia, London and the Home counties
Duties:
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Completing, pre and post vehicle checks, making sure the vehicle is in roadworthy condition and load is secure.
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Fully adhering to transport law and managing hours to a high standard.
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Delivering flooring product to the trade, which will require a great deal of manual handling.
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Obtaining payment by cash or cheques.
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Offloading vehicle on return and adhering to driver debrief procedures.
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Making sure the vehicle is clean and has been filled with fuel at the end of the day.
Hours:
48hour average per week, Monday to Friday, 6am to finish, though flexibility is required
Skills/Qualifications:
Must have Class 2 licence and Driver Digi card. Driver CPC, previous experience in multi-drop, Good geographical knowledge of East Anglia, London and the Home Counties will be an advantage.
Training/Uniform:
Full training will be provided and a uniform will be issued after qualifying period