Driver jobs in Hampshire
Searching for driver jobs in Hampshire? Whether you’re based in Southampton, Basingstoke, Portsmouth or Andover, Employ Recruitment has HGV work ready and waiting. We specialise in matching experienced Class 1 and Class 2 drivers with respected clients across the county — offering you consistent, local shifts with the support you deserve..
Why Drive with Employ in Hampshire
At Employ, we don’t just fill jobs we find the right fit for our drivers. You’ll get access to regular work, a dedicated team who know the pressures of life on the road, and real-time shift updates through DRS, the UK’s leading driver management software. That means no more chasing rotas, guessing hours, or being left in the dark.
We put your safety, wellbeing, and work-life balance at the centre of everything we do because better support means better driving.
What You Can Expect:
Reliable HGV Class 1 and Class 2 work across Hampshire
Local, regional, and trunking routes available
Support that puts drivers first — not last
Full compliance with the Working Time Directive and 6-hour rule
Transparent scheduling and real-time updates
Advice, wellbeing tips, and ongoing compliance support
Typical Driver Jobs in Hampshire
We work with leading logistics and haulage firms across the county to offer a wide range of HGV roles. Our most common driver jobs in Hampshire include:
HGV Class 1 Trunking Drivers – depot-to-depot work, often no handball
HGV Class 2 Multi-Drop Drivers – local deliveries to retail, commercial or trade clients
Day and Night Drivers – flexible start times to suit your lifestyle
Weekend Drivers – extra shifts or part-time weekend work
Fridge/Temperature-Controlled Vehicle Drivers – food and pharma deliveries
Curtainsider and Flatbed Drivers – general haulage, building materials, and palletised goods
Container Drivers (Ports) – Southampton and Portsmouth port runs
Shunter Drivers – yard work and short movements within depots
Relief Drivers – holiday cover and short-term contracts across multiple sites
Where We’re Hiring in Hampshire:
Southampton
Portsmouth
Andover
Basingstoke
Winchester
Eastleigh
Farnborough
Havant
Drive Safer with Employ
As ambassadors for the Destination Zero Bridge Strike Campaign, we’re proud to promote safer driving across Hampshire and beyond. From reducing route risk to supporting your health behind the wheel, we help you stay compliant, rested, and road-ready.
How to Apply for Driver Jobs in Hampshire
Registering is quick and easy. Just submit your details and we’ll contact you to discuss current roles and upcoming opportunities tailored to your experience.
Register with Employ Recruitment
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FAQs Driving Jobs in Hampshire
Do I need experience to apply for HGV jobs in Hampshire. Yes, most roles require at least 6 months of recent commercial driving experience and valid CPC and Digi cards.
What hours are available? We recruit for days, nights, weekends, and flexible shift patterns.
Do you offer temp-to-perm driver roles in the area? Yes, we work with several clients offering ongoing and temp-to-perm contracts.
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