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News & Posts from Drive Personnel Read the Latest in Driver Recruitment Services and Industry News
Take a look at the articles below to find out what our driver recruitment services team have been up to, the latest success stories from some of our dedicated drivers and to read hints and tips to help you. If you've got something you'd like to shout about get in touch and tell us all about it!
How the HGV Driver Shortage Affects Us All
A combination of poor pay and conditions and Brexit, and longstanding HGV driver shortages have come to a head this summer, causing logistics companies, driver agencies, and retailers to worry about the long-term damage to the transport industry.
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Driver CPC Training – What is Driver CPC?
Wondering what a Driver CPC involves and if you need it? At Drive Personnel, we employ HGV drivers across Southampton and the surrounding areas and provide helpful training and advice to help keep our drivers compliant and safe. Our friendly team are here to help with any questions about the Driver CPC that you might have.
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Drive Personnel Scoops Top Fundraiser Award for Mountbatten Hampshire
Although most people can drive a car with only a small amount of practice, becoming a great HGV driver requires a very specific skillset that isn’t suited to everyone. Whether you’re looking to get your foot onto the career ladder, or are seeking to improve your HGV driving skills, check out these helpful tips.
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Five Steps to Becoming a Great HGV Driver
Although most people can drive a car with only a small amount of practice, becoming a great HGV driver requires a very specific skillset that isn’t suited to everyone. Whether you’re looking to get your foot onto the career ladder, or are seeking to improve your HGV driving skills, check out these helpful tips.
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Why You Should Have a HIAB License
With many construction sites remaining operational during lockdowns and COVID-19 restrictions, the need for HIAB drivers has remained consistent. As one of the few sectors which has seen an increase in demand in 2020, having a skillset required by this industry is especially useful.
Read MoreThe Mountbatten Hampshire Sunflower Memory Walk Goes Virtual in 2020
Drive Personnel was delighted to be a sponsor of this year’s Sunflower Memory Walk, hosted by local hospice Mountbatten Hampshire
Read MoreThings We’ve Missed the Most in Southampton During Lockdown
With lockdown restrictions having been eased in Southampton, the team at Drive Personnel are eager to share with you our favourite spots to spend time with family and friends.
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Managing Director Chris Bryant Named an HGV Hero by RHA
Drive Personnel is proud to share that our managing director, Chris Bryant, has been recognised as an #HGVHero by the leading organisation in the transport industry, the Road Haulage Association
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Is HGV Driving a Good Way to Earn a Living in the UK?
If you enjoy the freedom of the road and want the opportunity to increase your earning potential, you may have wondered whether HGV (LGV) driving is a good way to earn a living. HGV drivers often get to choose their working hours, travel to new places every day, and meet new people.
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The Demand for Driver Agencies During the Lockdown
With experts predicting up to a fifth of UK workers absent from work with sickness or self-isolation at the outbreak’s peak, driver agencies such as Drive Personnel have become a lifeline for businesses affected by high staff absence.
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