HGV & Driver Recruitment in Central Scotland


STAFFING SUPPORT

Drivers for your depot, routes and shift pattern

Axfar helps transport and logistics employers recruit Class 1, Class 2 and delivery drivers across Central Scotland. Based in Bellshill, we work with businesses in Lanarkshire, Glasgow, Edinburgh and the surrounding areas, alongside UK-wide requirements.

Whether you need holiday cover, extra drivers during a busy period or a permanent addition to your team, tell us about your depot, vehicle type and routes. We will discuss the experience, shift pattern and practical requirements before agreeing the next steps.

Tell us what staff you need

For employers seeking staff. No booking commitment when you enquire.

Prefer to speak to someone?
Call 03300 435 488

Articulated lorry carrying a shipping container

Class 1
HGV drivers

Discuss articulated driving roles for trunking, containers, curtainsiders and supermarket deliveries. Include trailer type, route details, start times and any nights away.

class 2 driver – central belt

Class 2
HGV drivers

Tell us about your rigid vehicle work, delivery area and typical drops. Include loading or unloading duties, tail-lift work, customer contact and shift length.

loading bay shift briefing

Van & delivery
drivers

Share your delivery rounds, vehicle size and typical number of stops. Tell us about parcel or goods handling, route familiarity and any customer-facing duties.

forklift driver moving a pallet

Transport &
depot support

Need support around the transport operation? Discuss dispatch, goods-in and depot roles alongside your driver requirement, or explore our warehouse staffing service.


HOW IT WORKS

From your enquiry to a clear next step.

Tell us what kind of staff you need, where you need them and when they are required. Our team will review your enquiry and come back to you with the next steps.

Send your requirement

Send the depot postcode, licence category, vehicle and trailer type, number of drivers, start date and shift times.

Talk through the details

We will talk through routes, deliveries, loading duties, experience, licence and Driver CPC requirements, plus any site assessment or induction.

Agree what happens next

We will discuss availability, rates and the checks needed for your role. Confirm the assignment details and reporting instructions before a driver starts.

Temporary cover or a permanent driver?

For sickness, holiday cover or seasonal demand, include the first shift time and expected duration. For permanent recruitment, send your job description, pay range and shift pattern. Availability is confirmed for each requirement.


Tell us what staff you need

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DRIVER RECRUITMENT FAQs

Questions About Hiring Drivers?

Where does Axfar recruit drivers?

We support transport employers across Central Scotland, including Glasgow, Edinburgh, North and South Lanarkshire, Renfrewshire, West Lothian, Falkirk and Stirling. Our Bellshill base is close to operations in Motherwell, Hamilton, Coatbridge, Airdrie and Cumbernauld. For a depot elsewhere in the UK, send the postcode and shift details so we can discuss your requirement.

Can I request a driver for an urgent shift?

Yes. Call 03300 435 488 with the depot, vehicle category, start time and duties. We will discuss availability and what may be possible. A driver is only booked once the assignment has been agreed.

Do you handle temporary and permanent driver recruitment?

Yes. You can enquire about individual shifts, holiday or sickness cover, ongoing temporary work and permanent driving roles. Include the expected duration, shift pattern and pay range so we can discuss the right recruitment approach.

What should I include in an HGV driver enquiry?

Include the depot postcode, Class 1 or Class 2 requirement, vehicle and trailer type, routes, typical drops, loading duties, shift times and expected duration. Tell us about any nights away, minimum experience, Driver CPC and tachograph requirements, site induction or driving assessment.

How are driver requirements and assessments agreed?

Tell us the licence category, qualifications, experience and site rules required for the assignment. We will discuss the checks and any client assessment or induction before a start is confirmed. For specialist work, describe any additional qualifications or vehicle experience needed.

Can I request warehouse staff as well as drivers?

Yes. Include the warehouse and transport roles in your enquiry, with numbers and shifts for each. You can also explore our warehouse staffing service for picking, packing, goods handling and forklift roles.

LOOKING FOR WORK INSTEAD?

Looking for your next driving role? Explore our vacancies and speak to our candidate team.

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