Accidents happen but are often avoidable.  We’d like to share with you the SLAM technique to prevent the chances of an accident and ensure the safety of HGV drivers whilst on shift. STOP: Stop the task and think. Look at each step. Ask: Is this a new task? Has the...

During the current pandemic, the procedure for licence renewal has been updated. It is advised to apply for your licence renewal in good time – the DVLA are  prioritising licence applications for those due to expire within the next 3 months. They have released some...

We are pleased to announce that our managing director, Sadie Weston has been shortlisted for the category “Recruitment Leader of the Year” by the Recruiter Awards. Established in 2002, the Recruiter Awards gala is the largest event for the entire recruitment community...

Employ Recruitment are proud to be part of the Agency Excellence Scheme with Logistics UK. The scheme is a voluntary initiative which has been developed alongside driver agencies and operators, and aims to recognise, encourage and promote good practice within the...

At Employ Recruitment, our core value is compliance and this is shown in everything we do. From investing in software to ensure 100% compliance when placing drivers on shifts to creating driver awareness campaigns, we’re continually developing our processes to be the...

It is important to look after yourself and stay healthy in the workplace, and this is no exception for HGV drivers. The DVLA have released some helpful downloadable guides for drivers living with different health conditions. Some conditions need to be declared to the...

We have now developed a candidate app to improve the way we communicate with you and book your shifts. The app is available on Apple and Android devices. Within the App you will be able to: See your shift bookings and assignment schedules Confirm shifts and upload...

Road Haulage CPC is the leading qualification for transport managers to demonstrate their professional competence in order to gain an 'O' Licence. Applicants for a Goods Vehicle Operator's Licence must show that they are 'professionally competent' or that they employ...

Complete your driver CPC training from the comfort of your home with our virtual classroom. How does it work? It's really simple, your Driver CPC requires you to complete 35 hours of training which is normally split into five courses (of 7 hours). Online training...

  One of our core values is compliance and we work hard to ensure that we always work compliantly. Below we have put together some easy-to-follow guidelines to ensure our drivers are up-to-date with their compliance knowledge. This week’s compliance is:...