HGV Driver Looking for Work in UK? Did You Ever Consider New Zealand?

For UK Truck Drivers who may be struggling to find work in the current climate, the idea of emigrating to a new country could be both exciting and daunting.

Especially those with a young family.

But make no mistake, New Zealand could be an appealing destination due to its diverse landscapes, laid-back lifestyle, and relatively high demand for skilled workers in the transport industry.

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If you have experience in dealing with live stock New Zealand DEFINITELY wants you.

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Diesel Prices into 2023: Is The Roller-coaster over?

The UK road haulage industry has been struggling with the impact of volatile diesel prices over the last 12 months. Diesel is a critical fuel source for the industry, powering the majority of haulage vehicles. The fluctuations in diesel prices have created increased operating costs for haulage companies and have led to higher freight rates, putting pressure on the wider economy.

While oil companies produce record earnings, drawing fuel for the fleet is becoming a very expensive habit.

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Does a UK Transport Company Need a Social Media Manager in 2023?

Social Media has become such a way of life in 2023, the question of whether a transport company could benefit from the services a social media manager offers has become something of a moot point? The fact is ANY forward thinking business should be looking at what social media can do to serve their needs. Be they corporate, or maybe a little more strategic?

In simple terms a social media manager can help you build a strong online presence and promote your company’s values of openness, transparency, and good practices. With a well-managed social media presence, you can engage with your audience creating a two way channel, share your company’s story, and connect with potential customers and employees.

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The UK Truck Driver Shortage in 2023.

The UK has been facing a perceived HGV driver shortage in recent months & years, with businesses and industries citing a lack of truck drivers as the cause of supply chain disruptions and delays.

However, there are those who argue that this so-called truck driver shortage is not entirely the result of a lack of drivers, but rather an amalgam of other forces at work.

Lets unpack it.

Even if a company pays parking it can be impossible to find parking

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New HGV Truck Driver Struggling to find Work? Read This..

There’s a bum for every seat is a popular saying in the UK Road Haulage industry. If obtaining a HGV/LGV truck driver license was a long standing ambition for some people, once the money is spent, the test is passed and the license is in hand, what next?

Parked up for the night down a quiet country lane is one of my favourite things.

Many new drivers are reporting on social media about the struggles they are having actually using their truck license? The fact is, now the pandemic is all but over and the road haulage industry has taken into account Brexit, and the exodus of foreign drivers it brought about, the haulage industry has been forced to adapt and evolve in this the new, ‘post-Brexit’ landscape.

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