Have you ever thought about becoming a heavy goods vehicle
(HGV) / large goods vehicle (LGV) driver? Any career path is a big decision, so
it’s good practice to look at every aspect of the job role, including the
benefits.
HGV/LGV Driver Advantages
A Constantly Growing Industry
The demand for logistics and transportation has been
increasing over the years, and it’s not going to stop anytime soon. Readily
available products are required across many different industries and there
always needs to be people to transport these goods to wherever they need to go.
If you’re looking for a long-term job with added security, an HGV/LGV driver is
definitely a good choice.
Stability & Security
Once you have obtained an HGV/LGV licence, after completing
the required tests and training, you will open yourself up to many driving
opportunities and logistic roles. Building up your driving experience and
getting certifications to drive larger vehicles will increase your job prospects and will
prove to be valuable when looking for employment.
Career Progression & Development
Following on from points made above, the more qualifications
you achieve and the more experience you gain, the more you can progress within
your career. There is a lot of room for growth and you still come across a
number of challenges where skills can be learnt and improved upon. Eventually,
having the ability to progress
in your career will offer a higher salary due to the required expertise.
Unlike Any Other Job
Becoming an HGV/LGV driver is the complete opposite to 9-5
office job; you are on the move, you are not static. When driving, you are
always occupied, and your mind is busy and engaged with the rules of the road.
You get a sense of freedom; you are out in the open and going on a different journey
every day. Also, you will feel fulfilled every time you deliver freight to the customer.
Variety & Diversity
Although you will obviously be driving for the majority of
the job, you will be visiting new places every day. As well as driving to different
locations, the types of jobs that you will complete will also vary. Driving
work has the ability to offer you different hours, distances and workloads.
HGV/LGV Drivers at Cross Country Carriers
If you’re thinking about becoming an HGV/LGV driver, we hope this article has helped you make your mind up. Have more questions? Feel free to contact us today to ask one of our team members. Also, we always post our job positions on our recruitment page so make sure you keep an eye out!
