HGV DRIVER APPRENTICESHIP

Start your career behind the wheel with Tru7

Want to become an HGV Driver but don’t have your HGV licence yet?

New for 2027, Tru7 is launching a brand-new HGV Driver Apprenticeship, giving you the opportunity to earn while you learn, gain your HGV licence and build real-world experience across our transport operations.

This is more than just getting your licence. You’ll spend time working alongside experienced Tru7 drivers, learning how our transport operation works and developing the skills needed to become a professional HGV driver.

What will you learn?

The apprenticeship is an 8-month programme, with your HGV licence gained within the first three months.

You’ll gain experience across different areas of our transport operation, including:

• Tippers
• Bulkers
• Mixers
• Plant & Low Loaders
• Vehicle checks and driver safety
• Load safety and handling
• Route planning and customer service
• Driver hours and record keeping
• Safe and fuel-efficient driving
• Transport technology
• Accident reporting and emergency procedures

You’ll also be paired with an experienced Tru7 driver buddy/mentor, giving you the opportunity to learn from drivers who know the job inside out.

Your HGV journey

The programme is designed to give you a broad introduction to professional driving before developing your experience behind the wheel.

Your first few months will include driver-mate experience, professional driver training, theory and practical testing. Your Category C HGV licence is expected to be achieved within the first three months, followed by supervised driving experience with experienced Tru7 drivers.

The wider professional driver programme also includes development towards Category C+E, alongside professional driver development and logistics training.

Minimum requirements

To apply, you must have:

• HGV provisional licence
• Full UK driving licence
• Minimum 12 months' driving experience
• No driving offences

We’re also looking for people who are:

• Reliable and hardworking
• Safety-conscious
• Good communicators
• Organised
• Comfortable working as part of a team
• Physically fit and prepared for a hands-on role

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths at Grade 3 or above is desirable.

Earn while you learn

You’ll be employed by Tru7 for the duration of the apprenticeship and receive an apprentice wage while completing your training.

The programme includes online learning, practical driver training, professional driver workshops and on-the-job development with experienced Tru7 drivers.

Why Tru7?

This is your opportunity to join a growing, family-owned business and build a long-term career in transport.

You won’t simply be sent away to get your licence and left to figure the rest out yourself. You’ll learn the job from the ground up, gain your HGV licence and develop your skills alongside experienced drivers across the Tru7 operation.

If you're serious about becoming a professional HGV driver, this could be where your journey starts.

For more information or to enquire, please contact:

[email protected]

The Tru7 Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references, right to work verification, and where appropriate, a Basic Disclosure check. We assess all applicants fairly and in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.