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HGV & LGV Driver Recruitment in Stafford

From trunking to multi-drop, we find permanent drivers for Stafford operations and put forward the ones who want the job for the long term.

West Midlands

Stafford driver recruitment, done properly

A permanent hire should still be in the cab next year. That is the standard we recruit to.

Permanent vacancies across the West Midlands come from automotive and component supply chains, national retail DCs, contract logistics providers and rail-linked operators. Each wants drivers who will still be on the rota in a year.

Class 1 trunking, Class 2 store runs and 7.5 tonne multi-drop attract different drivers. We recruit each one differently.

Depots across Hams Hall, Birch Coppice, the i54 and the rail-freight terminals around Birmingham compete for the same experienced drivers, so a clear offer matters.

Roles we fill

Driving roles we recruit for

Drivers for every licence category, plus the people who train and lead them.

How we work with Stafford fleets

Fewer interviews, better hires

Retention first

We ask drivers what would make them stay before we ask whether they can start, so the people we shortlist want this job, not just a job.

Pay that lands

We benchmark basic pay, shift premiums and overtime against the local market before the vacancy goes out.

Assessment drives arranged

Where you run an assessment drive, we build it into the interview process so candidates know what to expect.

Pay benchmarks

What HGV & LGV drivers earn in Stafford

Indicative permanent salaries in Stafford run from around £30k for 7.5t up to £45k+ for Class 1 nights and trunking.

If your offer sits below the local market, we will say so before you interview anyone. Figures are indicative, not a guarantee.

How it works

Three stages to a hire

The shortlist

A short list of drivers who fit, each with notes on licence, experience and availability.

Interviews and assessment drives

We arrange the interviews and any assessment drive, then brief each driver beforehand.

After the start

We check in during the first weeks so any early problem is raised and resolved.

Your brief

Details that sharpen the search

Permanent hiring suits steady, year-round work. Temporary cover suits peaks and gaps. Many operators use both.

We ask candidates why they left their last role. The answer tells us whether your job will keep them.

A strong permanent driver brief covers:

  • Basic pay, shift premiums and overtime rates
  • Your interview and assessment drive process
  • The start date and how many drivers you need
  • What your longest-serving drivers like about the job
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Driver FAQs

Frequently asked

How long does a permanent driver search take?

It depends on the licence, the shift pattern and the local market. We give you a realistic view at the start, before the search begins.

Can you recruit several drivers at once?

Yes. For a new contract or a growing fleet we can recruit a group of permanent drivers, with start dates staggered if that helps.

Can temporary drivers cover the gap until a permanent hire starts?

Yes. Our temporary driving desk supplies HGV Class 1, Class 2, 7.5 tonne and van drivers while the permanent search runs.

Do you recruit drivers with ADR or HIAB tickets?

Yes. Tell us the ticket and the type of loads so we look for drivers who hold it and have used it.

What makes a permanent driver stay?

A settled shift, a depot they can reach easily, a well-kept vehicle and pay that matches the local market. We recruit around all four.

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Related driver pages for Stafford

Permanent driver recruitment elsewhere in the West Midlands:

Temporary driver cover in Stafford:

Other specialisms in Stafford:

See our national HGV & LGV Driver Recruitment page, or all logistics recruitment in Stafford.

A seat to fill for good?

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Give us the role and the site. We will shortlist drivers who fit the job you are actually offering.