Training as an HGV Driver

If you want to enter into a new career one option is to be an HGV driver. In America an HGV driver is normally called a semi driver, or hazardous transport vehicle. An HGV driver is a similar UK occupation. In order to become an HGV driver you need a special license, which can be earned in as little time as five days. If you are a conscientious vehicle driver you will be able to make it through the intensive eight-hour-a-day training.

It may seem like military camp to start. However, you are likely to catch on fast enough to earn your license. Furthermore, the probability that you will be able to find a job quickly is very high. In the UK alone there are over 80,000 vacancies. As an HGV driver you will be able to earn quite a bit of money. New C drivers will earn between £qualified C drivers earn £400 – £450 a week Once you gain more experience you will then be earning up to £560 a week, which is over £11 per hour.

One of the advantages of becoming an HGV driver is that you can enjoy the open road. You will not be confined to a puny office and you will be able to see the countryside. You may even be able to travel outside the UK, if you receive authorization to do so. One of the other advantages of being employed as an HGV driver is that you can work on a temporary or permanent basis. Furthermore you can set your own hours to work either nights or days.

If you do not want to work internationally then you can choose to work only nationally or locally. Of course, the best opportunities come to those who are the most flexible, and who are available for all types of runs. One concern that many HGV drivers may have is that of cost. If you are wondering if you can afford to fund your HGV training just remember one very old saying. That saying is as follows: Where there is a will there is a way. Some people may already work a job and will fund their training out of their own pockets. Other people might take out a loan or even get some type of educational grant.

You will want to find the best training as possible in order for you to learn properly. The best HGV training would be through a qualified professional school, or with a licensed experienced driver. The professional training that you receive should prepare you for the test that you would take in order to receive your HGV license. In order to be able to drive HGV you will need to apply for either the Category C license or the Category C+E. The Category C license will allow you to drive a one-unit truck (Rigid Vehicle) and these types are known to be easier to handle.

The Category C+E licenses (a.k.a. Class II) allow you to drive a truck with a removable trailer (Artic Truck). These are a little bit more of a challenge to maneuver, and may take a little more skill. Many drivers start out obtaining the Category C license and then later will earn their Category C+E license. However, drivers can also start out obtaining both licenses if they so choose, but they need to take the test for the Category C license with the use of a Rigid vehicle and then they can work to earn the authorization to drive the Artic Vehicle. If you are an excellent driver and you are looking for a new carrier you may want to see what the licensing requirements are for your specific locality. The requirements described in this article are mostly for the UK.