Trainee HGV Driver

GTG Training; Exeter; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

Cat C1 licence

Driver CPC

Mentor support

Career progression

Job summary

DX are recruiting for an Urban Driver Apprentice in the UK. You will gain hands-on experience in logistics and transport while training towards your Category C1 (7.5t) Licence and Driver CPC.

Successful apprentices may progress into a full-time driving role upon completion. You will learn safe driving, vehicle checks, route planning, customer service, and depot operations, with industry-recognised training and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK Category B licence.
• Minimum 12 months driving experience.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Reliable, organised, and customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Driving experience

Full UK B licence

Positive attitude

Reliability & organisation

Job description

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.

Program Information

• Birstall - WF17 9NE
• Urban Driver Apprenticeship
• 8-Month Programme
• Earn While You Learn

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.

About The Company

DX are a market leading provider of a wide range of delivery services, including parcel freight, secure, courier and logistics services.

They provide a wide range of specialist delivery services to both business and residential addresses across the UK and Ireland. We have three divisions, DX Freight, DX Express and DX Logistics. Our approach is straight-forward and no-nonsense. Their goal is Deliver Exactly to our customers' requirements. Key to what they do at DX is its people and they are incredibly proud of the dedicated team they have built.

At DX, they are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for all irrespective of race, gender, disability, belief, sexual orientation, age or socio-economic background.

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

• 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.