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Driver Recruitment Agency

Our recruiters at TLP have over 24 years of experience and expertise in driver recruitment; in fact, this is where it all started for us as ‘Drivelink’ before our rebrand to TLP in 2011.

While the driver recruitment market is undeniably challenging, particularly given the widely reported shortage of drivers in the UK and beyond, we see it as an area full of potential.

We believe we have played, and will continue to play, a role in challenging the stereotypes that have historically held back the driving industry. There is always room for improvement, and conditions can certainly be improved, but there is also significant opportunity to transform this sector for the better.

What makes us the recruitment partner of choice is that our drivers’ happiness and mental health are our absolute priority, which is why we have enjoyed longstanding relationships with many of them. Our approach means we can not only provide our customers with a motivated and reliable workforce but also create a positive impact on the wider transportation industry. We have offices across the UK so our recruiting teams have the reach to provide leading support to both drivers and businesses in locations including:

Hire drivers with TLP 

 

We cover the full spectrum of driver recruitment, specialising in HGV C+E, C, C1, van, tug and forklift roles. So whether you need an HGV class 2 driver or a moffett specialist, our recruiters can connect you with the driver who will keep operations in top gear.

If you're an employer looking to find the best drivers for the job, check out our full range of driver recruitment solutions, designed to fit your business needs and budget. 

Driver development training 

 

As industry leaders in driver recruitment, we think it’s important to help the next generation of drivers be the best they can be. That’s why we offer our accredited driver development training programmes, which include ADR, HIAB and forklift training.

With flexible delivery at regional centres or on-site and discounted rates for registered drivers, we also offer professional development courses like Driver CPC and safe and fuel-efficient driving programmes, which can be tailored to businesses or individual drivers.

Looking for your next driver opportunity? Whether you’re an experienced HGV driver, forklift specialist, van driver or completely new to the field, we’re here to help you steer your career in the right direction. With TLP you’ll receive:

  • Great variety of work and attractive pay rates 
  • Free upskilling and training opportunities provided 
  • Success is rewarded through our bonus schemes 

 

On the other hand, if you need a break from driving or want to take your career on a new track, we will never leave you by the roadside. Get in touch with our recruiters and they’ll help you figure out your next step.

Typical driving roles we recruit

We have opportunities for all candidates, whether they hold specialist skills and licenses or have preferences for ADR, tramping, HIAB, refrigerated work, or moving floor vehicles. Our roles cover a range of driving jobs, including:

HGV C+E drivers, HGV C drivers, HGV C1 drivers, van drivers, tug drivers, forklift drivers, reach stacker specialist, moffett specialist, rubber-tyred gantry cranes specialist.

These roles are indicative of the driver jobs we recruit for and is not an exhaustive list. For a confidential career discussion, get in touch with your local team.

Meet Our Sector Consultants

Andy Hall

Senior Business Partner

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Andy Hall

Senior Business Partner

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Andy’s driving/logistics recruitment career started back in 1998 after spending many successful years in direct sales.

He spent the first few years working for a local & national agency before deciding to set up on his own and in 2003 set up the More Driving brand. His long-term focus was for his business to become one of if not the largest supplier of temporary/permanent drivers along the South Coast. To date Andy has helped over 700 companies both locally & nationally on a daily & weekly basis with all their driving recruitment requirements and has helped many drivers secure permanent positions within thriving companies. Beyond the local success achieved by More Driving; it was this strategy that with Andy’s support went on to be adopted by TLP and provide the ongoing template for growth.       

Andy is part owner and senior partner of The Logistics Partnership group where he now has responsibility supporting nationally on a diverse range of projects and initiatives.

Andy started his career in sales in his late teens, where he built a business selling water to the rave scene in the late 80’s and early 90’s. In his spare time Andy is a motor sport and car enthusiast who can tell you anything you wish to know about any model of car from any manufacturer from the late 60’s to the present day

andy@tlprecruitment.co.uk 01202 295755

Gemma Stoner

Regional Business Manager East Anglia, Kent, & Surrey regions

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Gemma Stoner

Regional Business Manager East Anglia, Kent, & Surrey regions

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Gemma gained her early work life experience within the freight and manufacturing industries, working a number of roles across operations, sales and customer services.

She joined TLP Recruitment in 2014 and over that time has progressed to Consultant, Senior Consultant, Business Manager, UK Business Development Manager, and most recently Regional Business Manager, managing our operations in Kent and Suffolk.

Gemma is a member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport, Recruitment & Employment Confederation and also supports and runs the events for the CILT diversity champions, Women in Logistics. 

gemma@tlpllp.co.uk 07508 030275

Chris Cundall

Senior Consultant Maidstone

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Chris Cundall

Senior Consultant Maidstone

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Chris has been with TLP Recruitment for over 13 years, starting as a Driver’s Mate then moving into an office based role. He became a Consultant within the branch a year later, liaising with clients, organising bookings, advertising/resourcing roles and registering candidates.

In 2024, Chris was promoted to the role of Senior Consultant.

Outside of work, Chris is very much a family man and enjoys spending as much time as he can with his family, when he’s not playing darts that is! 
 

chris@tlprecruitment.co.uk 01622 769690

Jamal Wiggins

Senior Recruitment Consultant Felixstowe

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Senior Recruitment Consultant Felixstowe

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Jamal has been with TLP Recruitment since 2010 when he joined as an apprentice.

Jamal has worked his way to become a Consultant and now runs the drivers/industrial staff plan.

Jamal has an in-depth knowledge of the haulage and transport industry.

jamal@tlprecruitment.co.uk 01394 675510

Hayley Jacobs

Recruitment Consultant Poole

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Hayley Jacobs

Recruitment Consultant Poole

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Hayley has been with TLP since inception in 2003, when she joined as an apprentice in business and administration.

Hayley then worked her way to become Office Manager, dealing with the day to day running of the office, payroll and administrative duties for our Poole operation.

However, most recently, Hayley made the decision to embark upon a career in consultancy and is now supporting the branch in working closely with the customers and candidates to support in all aspects of temporary and permanent recruitment.

hayley@tlprecruitment.co.uk 01202 295755

Nick Reeve

Trainee Consultant Felixstowe

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Trainee Consultant Felixstowe

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Nick is our newest addition to the TLP Felixstowe Family!  He joined our Felixstowe operation in December 2022 as Trainee Consultant and will be supporting the team in delivering exceptional service to our clients and candidates with their permanent and temporary recruitment requirements. 

Nick brings with him a wealth of experience in hospitality and facilities management, customer service and sports coaching and training roles for mixed disability teams.

He graduated in 2021 with a 2:1 degree is Advanced Sports Coaching, which incorporated modules in Marketing, Management and Leadership and people development.  His strengths in relationship building and customer service are already being demonstrated, as Nick is starting to develop great relationships with our candidates and clients within the local area.

Outside of work and study, Nick's passion for sports continues as he loves playing football and is very into long distance running, regularly taking part in half marathons. 


 


 


 

Nick@tlprecruitment.co.uk 01394 675510

Daniel Oxley

Recruitment Consultant Maidstone

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Daniel Oxley

Recruitment Consultant Maidstone

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Meet the talented Dan Oxley! 

Dan is Recruitment Consultant based out of our office in Maidstone. Dan delivers exceptional service to our clients and candidates across temporary recruitment. 

Before joining TLP, Dan completed a Recruitment Consultancy Apprenticeship with a specialist recruiter in the local area.
 

dan@tlprecruitment.co.uk 01622 769690

What They Say About Us

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Lori Rampal

“It's like working with your family. You can honestly speak to absolutely anyone and they're always there for you and willing to help, and everyone in the business is lovely and genuine. I do understand you can't just take my word for it, but you will see for yourself ”

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Victor

“Earlier this year, Gemma helped me secure a new job with a local company. I found her friendly, helpful, professional and supportive in every aspect of the recruitment process. She took a real interest in my employment needs and did everything possible to find me a suitable position. ”

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Lyndzi

“I really recommend TLP; their team got me an interview the next day and the recruitment process went so smoothly! Was a pleasure to work with such lovely ladies. Thank you so much :) ”

Mike Jeffrey, Branch Manager, Sig Roofing Maidstone

“TLP have been supplying my branch with temporary and temp-to-perm staff for over a year now. They are friendly and helpful, visit my business to discuss requirements, and their admin is always efficiently run. I would recommend them to anyone. ”

Andy Constable, Head of Operations, Associated British Ports

“We have been using TLP for the past 4 years and have always found them to be proactive in supporting our requirements. TLP always approaches our requests in a positive and timely fashion, providing us with solutions that help and support our business while providing the flexibility we require.  I would have no hesitation in recommending TLP. ”

Simon Fairbank, HR Manager, Bauder Ltd

“Gemma at TLP has been a very busy and positive recruitment partner for us. She makes an effort to understand our requirements for each role, team, and the overall business and always considers feedback to help put forward the candidates that match these requirements ever more closely. ”