HGV Driver Apprentice

GTG Training; Reading; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

Category C1 licence

Driver CPC included

Mentor support

Career progression

Industry-recognised training

Job summary

DX, in partnership with GTG Training, invites applicants to an Urban Driver Apprentice programme in Reading. This 8-month apprenticeship leads to a Category C1 (7.5t) licence and Driver CPC, with hands-on driving experience and mentor support. Successful apprentices may transition to full-time driving roles on completion.

You'll gain skills in safe driving, route planning, customer service, and depot operations while earning a wage and advancing your career in transport and logistics.

Qualifications

• Age 18+ or older.
• Full UK Category B licence.
• Minimum 12 months driving experience.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Reliable, organised, and customer-focused.

Skills

Driving experience

Customer service

Reliability

Organisational skills

Job description

An exciting new Urban Driver Apprentice - 7.5t Driver opportunity at DX

• Reading
• Urban Driver Apprenticeship
• 8-Month Programme
• Earn While You Learn

Ready to Take the Wheel of Your Future?

If you enjoy driving, being on the move, and want a career with real progression, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As an Urban Driver Apprentice, you'll gain hands‑on experience in the logistics and transport industry while training towards your Category C1 (7.5t) Licence and Driver CPC qualification. Successful apprentices may have the opportunity to progress into a full-time driving role upon completion.

What You'll Learn

• Safe and professional driving skills
• Vehicle checks and road safety procedures
• Route planning and time management
• Customer service and communication skills
• Delivery and logistics operations
• Warehouse, drivers' mate, and depot activities

You’ll gain real workplace experience while receiving specialist training and support throughout the programme.

What We’re Looking For

• Aged 18+
• Full UK Category B licence
• Minimum 12 months driving experience
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable, organised, and customer‑focused

What’s in It for You?

• Earn while you learn
• Gain your Category C1 (7.5t) Licence
• Driver CPC qualification included
• Support from experienced mentors
• Career progression opportunities
• Industry-recognised training

Start Your Driving Career Today

This is your chance to gain valuable skills, earn a wage, and build a long‑term career in transport and logistics.

If you've got the right skills and enthusiasm for this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. DX and GTG Training are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and will consider all applicants fairly and without discrimination.