If you’re thinking about starting a new career or have always wanted to become an HGV driver, you may not know what to expect on a day-to-day basis. Before investing your time and money into becoming a HGV driver, it’s important to know what your responsibilities will be, and what life will be like on …
Thinking of a new job this year?
The dawn of a new year is often a time to reflect on jobs. If you’re thinking about a change of jobs, why not choose a rewarding career as a HGV driver? If you love driving, traveling and getting away from mundane jobs, being a HGV driver may be the new job for you. …
Why is there a shortage of HGV drivers?
It seems that every other day there is a news story about the shortage of HGV drivers and the crisis that looms because of this. The reason for this shortage is hardly explained, in this blog, CTT explores the various reasons that have led to this sudden shortage of HGV drivers. Historically stressful working conditions …
How to renew your CPC before the deadline
Every five years you are required by law to renew your CPC. This doesn’t need to be a complicated process, this guide will help you through the stages of getting your CPC certificate renewed and back into work. Why do I need to renew my CPC? The CPC is designed to be renewable every five …
How to get your HGV licence
The wide variety of HGV and LGV licences can seem daunting at first; this guide will help break down the jargon and explain what you need to do to get started as a HGV driver. What do I need to get a HGV licence? Before we discuss the nuances of class one and two …
6 reasons why becoming a bus driver may be the new job to suit you.
Working as a bus driver can be a rewarding job with a competitive salary and numerous perks built into the career. Here are just a few of the many reasons why you should consider training to become a bus driver. Competitive pay The average pay for bus drivers across the country is around £11.92 …
Why 2022 is the Perfect Year to Get Your HGV Licence
The global shortage of drivers is an excellent opportunity to capitalise on. Financial incentives, as well as Government training schemes, now make it easier than ever to get into the transport industry. The global pandemic proved that despite what some critics of the industry may have you believe, the need for truck drivers is now …
What Training is Required to Become a Minibus Driver?
If you would like to pursue a career as a minibus driver, then you will need to pass the correct training course. For prospective minibus drivers, they will need to complete MiDAS (The Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme). But what does this awareness scheme include, and why is it so important? MiDAS Specifications …