So I applied for a Class 2 job in my city for DHL a couple of weeks ago, only 9 minutes away from my house and was

[ELLISSSEWO]

So I applied for a Class 2 job in my city for DHL a couple of weeks ago, only 9 minutes away from my house and was feeling quite positive about this one! On the job advert it clearly stated inexperienced drivers/new passes welcome. I received this email last night, so disheartening. How are you supposed to gain experience if nobody will give you a chance? might as well stay on the buses and give up hope. Pay is actually better here than a lot of jobs I’ve seen advertised too, crazy

[Darreut-Hear]

Try and get some agency work mate, don’t give up… Gotta be better than driving a loser cruiser

[ELLISSSEWO]

Try and get some agency work mate, don’t give up… Gotta be better than driving a loser cruiser

loser cruiser hahahahahaha brill

[Jimmi-King]

Try and find out what agency runs out of that depot

[steverun356]

When I first passed I couldn't get a job for about 2yrs.. Best way is agency.. they treat you like crap but you get the experience

[venndoni369]

Just lie. Go on agency

[Templeed.BE]

Keep your chin up and something will come along. As the other lads are saying, find an agency and basically do whatever they offer. Gain some valuable experience and then you find a jobs that perfect for you.

[Tim.worizon]

Don't get disheartened. Try smaller family run businesses. More likely to take you on. Might not be the best money but a whole world of experience

[daiva1rego]

Don’t give me wrong all company expert but make me laugh when they call to agency and get new drivers and after couple driving they try to steel you from agency.
Don’t give up just keep try mate.

[ELLISSSEWO]

My reservations on agency work is that I’m lead to believe that you don’t always have work available to you, is that right? I can’t really afford to not have a solid stream of income. That’s my concern!

[MxMintome]

My reservations on agency work is that I’m lead to believe that you don’t always have work available to you, is that right? I can’t really afford to not have a solid stream of income. That’s my concern!

it is right, most of them are useless, some are okay, don’t gain something better without a risk, if it’s scary, go for it, can always go back to buses, they aren’t hard to get onto

[panag2nect]

Don't be disappointed by the that email
Just get the information they give to you!
They DON'T hire NON experience drivers, so you just need to build your experience.
HOW?
A very easy way is working with an agency
The most of us here gave you the same advice
Good luck!

[chris1earl]

See if you can get a job with DHL then progress onto the lorries. I worked warehouse then progressed into the lorries

[lee2ianoff]

Ellisssewo where about are you?
If you’ve a CO OP depot not far look at them, they always take drivers and put you through class 1 after a while or look at other supermarket depot, Sainsburys Tesco money is way better

[ELLISSSEWO]

Ellisssewo where about are you?
If you’ve a CO OP depot not far look at them, they always take drivers and put you through class 1 after a while or look at other supermarket depot, Sainsburys Tesco money is way better

I’m in Stoke-on-Trent. Only moved here 8 months ago so I have no idea what’s around if I’m honest!

[Morrinz370]

Ellisssewo where about are you?
If you’ve a CO OP depot not far look at them, they always take drivers and put you through class 1 after a while or look at other supermarket depot, Sainsburys Tesco money is way better

I’m in Stoke-on-Trent. Only moved here 8 months ago so I have no idea what’s around if I’m honest!

try Sainsburys depot at Stoke, they might keep You waiting for a while before they get back to You

[Buzz_eemp]

Ellisssewo where about are you?
If you’ve a CO OP depot not far look at them, they always take drivers and put you through class 1 after a while or look at other supermarket depot, Sainsburys Tesco money is way better

I’m in Stoke-on-Trent. Only moved here 8 months ago so I have no idea what’s around if I’m honest!

you’ve got a Sainsburys RDC in stoke near the football ground, We all hate going there but could be worth giving them a try

[lee2ianoff]

Ellisssewo where about are you?
If you’ve a CO OP depot not far look at them, they always take drivers and put you through class 1 after a while or look at other supermarket depot, Sainsburys Tesco money is way better

I’m in Stoke-on-Trent. Only moved here 8 months ago so I have no idea what’s around if I’m honest!

they got nisa at stoke as well as Sainsburys and ADR Network agency have a office there I think
I’m in Derby remember you have a Tesco as well which is Litchfield but that’s a good hour

[ELLISSSEWO]

Ellisssewo where about are you?
If you’ve a CO OP depot not far look at them, they always take drivers and put you through class 1 after a while or look at other supermarket depot, Sainsburys Tesco money is way better

I’m in Stoke-on-Trent. Only moved here 8 months ago so I have no idea what’s around if I’m honest!

they got nisa at stoke as well as Sainsburys and ADR Network agency have a office there I think
I’m in Derby remember you have a Tesco as well which is Litchfield but that’s a good hour

that’s who I applied for DHL nisa. Would appear DHL actually have a lot of contracts round here

[lee2ianoff]

I’m in Stoke-on-Trent. Only moved here 8 months ago so I have no idea what’s around if I’m honest!

they got nisa at stoke as well as Sainsburys and ADR Network agency have a office there I think
I’m in Derby remember you have a Tesco as well which is Litchfield but that’s a good hour

that’s who I applied for DHL nisa. Would appear DHL actually have a lot of contracts round here

yes try Sainsburys but also ADR Network they will snap you up but they do mess around

[iann+unde]

I’m in Stoke-on-Trent. Only moved here 8 months ago so I have no idea what’s around if I’m honest!

they got nisa at stoke as well as Sainsburys and ADR Network agency have a office there I think
I’m in Derby remember you have a Tesco as well which is Litchfield but that’s a good hour

that’s who I applied for DHL nisa. Would appear DHL actually have a lot of contracts round here

I worked DHL Nisa it was awful, better on the busses!
I started at Stan Robinson in Stafford and they’re really good to start off with. Happy with new drivers etc definitely worth a try if you don’t mind the commute!
Also got Basset’s in stoke too. Most pallet networks take new drivers in my experience

[DeanCrescent]

Don't let this set you back Ellisssewo, I get that it's a kick in the teeth but if your goal is to drive hgv then keep going. Google local companies then call them up.

[MikeyNNike]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

[ed+vellade]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

they put you through a driving assessment anyway

[nufc4rogo]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

they put you through a driving assessment anyway

that's fine, put any mistakes down to nerves

[ed+vellade]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

they put you through a driving assessment anyway

that's fine, put any mistakes down to nerves

had an assessment at dhl castle donnington right after my test, drive went ok but reversing on a bay between 2 other trailers was way too hard to get spot on without proper training. Guy who assessed me said come back in a few weeks after gaining some xp

[nufc4rogo]

they put you through a driving assessment anyway

that's fine, put any mistakes down to nerves

had an assessment at dhl castle donnington right after my test, drive went ok but reversing on a bay between 2 other trailers was way too hard to get spot on without proper training. Guy who assessed me said come back in a few weeks after gaining some xp

I get that and agre3 with ya bud, bit he's a bus driver already, I think? Might be fine if he just takes his time

[nufc4rogo]

they put you through a driving assessment anyway

that's fine, put any mistakes down to nerves

had an assessment at dhl castle donnington right after my test, drive went ok but reversing on a bay between 2 other trailers was way too hard to get spot on without proper training. Guy who assessed me said come back in a few weeks after gaining some xp

class 2 no 1

[ed+vellade]

that's fine, put any mistakes down to nerves

had an assessment at dhl castle donnington right after my test, drive went ok but reversing on a bay between 2 other trailers was way too hard to get spot on without proper training. Guy who assessed me said come back in a few weeks after gaining some xp

class 2 no 1

1

[ELLISSSEWO]

that's fine, put any mistakes down to nerves

had an assessment at dhl castle donnington right after my test, drive went ok but reversing on a bay between 2 other trailers was way too hard to get spot on without proper training. Guy who assessed me said come back in a few weeks after gaining some xp

class 2 no 1

*she is a bus driver yes. Still never reversed onto a bay though! Just getting a driving assessment would be a fine thing, usually don’t hear back at all. At least DHL had the decency to email me

[nufc4rogo]

had an assessment at dhl castle donnington right after my test, drive went ok but reversing on a bay between 2 other trailers was way too hard to get spot on without proper training. Guy who assessed me said come back in a few weeks after gaining some xp

class 2 no 1

*she is a bus driver yes. Still never reversed onto a bay though! Just getting a driving assessment would be a fine thing, usually don’t hear back at all. At least DHL had the decency to email me

f**k sakes I just assumed. Your gender my apologies I didn't even read your names just the status

[ELLISSSEWO]

class 2 no 1

*she is a bus driver yes. Still never reversed onto a bay though! Just getting a driving assessment would be a fine thing, usually don’t hear back at all. At least DHL had the decency to email me

f**k sakes I just assumed. Your gender my apologies I didn't even read your names just the status

hahaha that’s okay. 9 years in this male dominated industry I am very much used to being called a bloke

[JordByword]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

and how would that help? they download your tacho on every assessment. how are you gonna explain lack if entries? lol

[rookeur357]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

and how would that help? they download your tacho on every assessment. how are you gonna explain lack if entries? lol

been off sick with a broken leg for 6 weeks?

[MikeyNNike]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

and how would that help? they download your tacho on every assessment. how are you gonna explain lack if entries? lol

they didn’t when I started with DHL

[MikeyNNike]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

and how would that help? they download your tacho on every assessment. how are you gonna explain lack if entries? lol

been off sick with a broken leg for 6 weeks?

or get a new tachograph card

[MikeyNNike]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

and how would that help? they download your tacho on every assessment. how are you gonna explain lack if entries? lol

or you could say you’ve just got back from doing the Dakar rally in a truck. Tell them you came in 4th so were a bit disappointed, but your glad you did it as it was an experience of a lifetime. Would also recommend hitting the sun beds and getting a bit builders sand to rub on your work boot.

[Br+ownLife]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

the pass date on the licence will give her away though.

[MikeyNNike]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

the pass date on the licence will give her away though.

tell them you’ve been driving a road sweeper for 15 years

[MikeyNNike]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

the pass date on the licence will give her away though.

And that you were voted road sweeper of the year 2017 in the prestigious BROOM awards

[ELLISSSEWO]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

the pass date on the licence will give her away though.

I passed in august 2021!

[Br+ownLife]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

the pass date on the licence will give her away though.

I passed in august 2021!

has your tacho card been used regularly too? (Not sure what type of bus driving you currently do)

[MikeyNNike]

Have you tried lying on you CV?

the pass date on the licence will give her away though.

I passed in august 2021!

you don’t need an Hgv licence to drive any size road sweeper

[pauaFFree]

the pass date on the licence will give her away though.

I passed in august 2021!

you don’t need an Hgv licence to drive any size road sweeper

I did worked all my life

[JohnJohnn]

I work for DHL and its not them thats the issue, its usually the customer contracts they run. On my contract during the "driver shortage" the customer allowed inexperienced new passes. But now the so called shortage isn't as much of an issue the customers are requested 1-2 years experience again. Good luck.

[keviNNoone]

DHL are up there own backside they couldn't even hang on to the Tesco contract longer than 13months just move on & don't worry yourself

[JordByword]

Tuffnells would take you on as a 7.5 but it's graft. Then they will give you class 2 work and may even progress you into Class 1. Give them a shot. They are always opening doors to inexperienced drivers.

[YOUNGERIA]

Apply to agencies to get experience
OR
apply for class 2 jobs at big companies that have class 1 explaining you have licence within 6 months you'll be bigwheeling
Good luck

[Morrinz370]

Have You tried a Culina, Great Bear, Eddie Stobart, Fowler Welch, Warrens (all part of Culina group) if any are near You

[EM_Condemn]

D**k head logistics it is

[EM_Condemn]

In my experience of agency it and lack of work is a mith you just can't be too picky. I worked for an agency for week and a half and was offered 3 jobs in that time so it's well worth joining however it maybe different in the area you live in so please take that into account also that letter does mean they won't take you on it just me they have someone who applied at that point with more experience than u

[danniScrawny]

I see you’re in stoke try great bear they do Michelin. I’ve seen panelco advertise recently too. I think there also may be a job at allied bakeries in Newcastle that’s doing kingsmill bread.

[ELLISSSEWO]

I see you’re in stoke try great bear they do Michelin. I’ve seen panelco advertise recently too. I think there also may be a job at allied bakeries in Newcastle that’s doing kingsmill bread.

I’ve applied for panelco! Thanks so much, I’ll try the others too. 99% of the time I apply and never hear anything back

[danniScrawny]

I see you’re in stoke try great bear they do Michelin. I’ve seen panelco advertise recently too. I think there also may be a job at allied bakeries in Newcastle that’s doing kingsmill bread.

I’ve applied for panelco! Thanks so much, I’ll try the others too. 99% of the time I apply and never hear anything back

I’ve also seen that evri have opened a depot in Crewe they were taking on not sure if they still are

[oliveDDexce]

I see you’re in stoke try great bear they do Michelin. I’ve seen panelco advertise recently too. I think there also may be a job at allied bakeries in Newcastle that’s doing kingsmill bread.

I’ve applied for panelco! Thanks so much, I’ll try the others too. 99% of the time I apply and never hear anything back

PanelCo usually recruit through Xpert.
I was temp to perm with them but their transport manager f**ked up and I was let go for it.
Asked him to check my load cos I couldn't find part, and he sent me out. Got to the customer and it wasn't on. They dropped me and didn't even have the balls to tell me they had.

[Flett-Savior]

I see you’re in stoke try great bear they do Michelin. I’ve seen panelco advertise recently too. I think there also may be a job at allied bakeries in Newcastle that’s doing kingsmill bread.

I’ve applied for panelco! Thanks so much, I’ll try the others too. 99% of the time I apply and never hear anything back

try and ring them mate. Will always go in your favour

[JordByword]

I see you’re in stoke try great bear they do Michelin. I’ve seen panelco advertise recently too. I think there also may be a job at allied bakeries in Newcastle that’s doing kingsmill bread.

that depot opens in september I think. which is weird, as not long ago they've closed the crewe depot and moved it to warrington.

[danniScrawny]

I see you’re in stoke try great bear they do Michelin. I’ve seen panelco advertise recently too. I think there also may be a job at allied bakeries in Newcastle that’s doing kingsmill bread.

that depot opens in september I think. which is weird, as not long ago they've closed the crewe depot and moved it to warrington.

yeah they did I used to work there when it was parcelnet when the building was first built. I’m not sure if they’re going back to the same building or not

[mattzah.358]

I see you’re in stoke try great bear they do Michelin. I’ve seen panelco advertise recently too. I think there also may be a job at allied bakeries in Newcastle that’s doing kingsmill bread.

I’ve applied for panelco! Thanks so much, I’ll try the others too. 99% of the time I apply and never hear anything back

if at all possible knock on doors sometimes better than applying I understand who you must feel with the email they sent you looks like we will employ new passes etc. if NOBODY else applies don’t give up hope what area you in ???

[DoyleeTman]

At least you got a reply. You may already be doing this but have you bigged up your current job. Don't forget you are dealing with an HR department probably staffed by people who have never driven anything bigger than a Citroën C1. They will have little idea of the size of a bus not realizing that many buses are bigger than an HGV 2 and they certainly won't understand the challenges of steering a bus through town centers or small villages.

[lemarr_tinfo]

Try to get in Royal Mail as a post person. Could open a few doors for you.

[SmithForthwith]

Try to get in Royal Mail as a post person. Could open a few doors for you.

it’s a postman.

[ELLISSSEWO]

Try to get in Royal Mail as a post person. Could open a few doors for you.

it’s a postman.

but I’m a lady so I would be a postlady

[SmithForthwith]

Try to get in Royal Mail as a post person. Could open a few doors for you.

it’s a postman.

but I’m a lady so I would be a postlady

that’s okay.

[lemarr_tinfo]

Try to get in Royal Mail as a post person. Could open a few doors for you.

it’s a postman.

yes. Joining Royal Mail as a post “ person” is a route to getting a job driving trucks for them.

[nimmoet359]

If you’re north west i could point you in the right direction of my management, we got taken over by dhl this year and as far as i know still hire “differently”.
I was taken on with Ryder, completely green 2 years ago, my management wasn’t worried about inexperience.

[ELLISSSEWO]

If you’re north west i could point you in the right direction of my management, we got taken over by dhl this year and as far as i know still hire “differently”.
I was taken on with Ryder, completely green 2 years ago, my management wasn’t worried about inexperience.

thank you. I’m midlands though, Stoke-on-Trent to be exact!

[PaPa+rryMan]

have you got a class 1?

[steggeLil]

How long have you had your class 2..?

[steggeLil]

Tell lies!

[OldLongtime]

Try s j bargh at longton, st31jb or their sister company bassetts at tittensor st129hd

[callu4ikem]

I started off like yourself as a bus driver and I made the move to lorries. I worked for agencies you get moved from pillar to post but you get so much experience in such a short amount of time because of it. I'm now 26 with a full licence, full adr and I've pretty much done most things.

[LeonGGOAT]

Agency fool

[360-warricey]

So the bit I get out of this is you are a bus driver capable of carrying 50plus passengers in a long square box around cities and they say you can't drive a van carrying boxes....

[ELLISSSEWO]

So the bit I get out of this is you are a bus driver capable of carrying 50plus passengers in a long square box around cities and they say you can't drive a van carrying boxes....

can carry up to 100 passengers on our new double deckers but don’t have experience to drive boxes about nope