Vlog #44 - How to find your first HGV job (An insight into the haulage industry)

In this video I interview my boss David Kay, one of the directors of the haulage company K Transport. I hope this video can help new drivers find their first job. David also gives us an insight into the company and explains why it is difficult for new drivers to find work.

[@craigmartell2724]

As i've said before, im a little late to the party, but i must admit i have big respect to the director of your company to give what must be a busy schedule out of his day to do this interview, and a great addition to your channel and to people trying to get into the industry

[@juliancleary2831]

Really really well done Hayley ... this is the first time I've seen Kay Transport go public ... and they've been in business for many years doing a fine job and representing the industry very professionally ... I can see so much of Davids dad (Tony) in him and he certainly has grown since I accidentally squashed his bicycle (when he was about 5 years old) ... We all know how tough the haulage business is and it's great to see how family concerns are still flourishing ... Well done for getting this interview and a massive thank you to David for giving his time and direct answers ... Best wishes to you and all at the Kay family .... Kind regards from their first apprentice hgv mechanic (1964)

[@TruckDriverHayley]

I read this comment to David earlier and it put a smile on his face. He remembers you and sends his best wishes :)

[@stugill4513]

full credit to mr kay 4 that being so open and honest full respect

[@stevecollins4223]

What a honest man seems he would be a. Good boss

[@TruckerAndy]

Absolutely brilliant video Hayley. Thanks for putting it up, and thanks to David for agreeing to it.

[@750VFR]

Title put me off but I let it run. What an interesting and insightful posting 10/10 to both of you. If you weren't wrapped up in trucking there's a career in journalism for you somewhere.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Thank you very much 😁

[@kierancampbell1905]

I absolutely love this! great insight, as somebody who is currently going through the hurdles to get my HGV license its great to know that there are employers out there that will consider new drivers. I am currently a multi site manager for a retailer, I have always wanted to become a HGV driver, I used to go to work with my dad and had the time of my life, part of the reason for not pursuing earlier is that I progressed fairly quick in my current role and have spent 15 years with them. Furlough has been the kick up the bum I needed to get the ball rolling, realising that sitting at home is not the life for me. I’ll be knocking K Transports door once passed as it seems they reward hard work and loyalty, their ethics seem aligned with my own. Great Video Hayley, thanks for the insight.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Absolutely! I'm glad this video was helpful for you. Give their door a knock and mention me, if they've got a vacancy they'll give you a chance :)

[@kierancampbell1905]

@@TruckDriverHayley thanks :) definitely will do, keep the videos coming, you’re doing a great job!!

[@jonathanlawrence3488]

Hayley, thank you for this it is an amazing insight and great to know companies are approachable.

[@mickstubbs5893]

Excellent video Hayley, thanks.

[@andrewgreenwood9931]

loved this and gave me a lot info for when i start being 40 and wanting to change industrys. Thanks

[@paulstix1]

Another great vid and what a top bloke your boss is , very honest and insightful.

[@chrissyg2003]

A superbly informative vlog - many thanks for this.

[@MostlyBonkers]

Really helpful video Hayley. I hope many more people get to see it. Thanks

[@mrj8856]

Brilliant video for a new started. Gavr a great insight into the industry. And thank also to the Haulage Director for giving time to help others understand from the company side of things.

[@Roy-rr5ds]

Well done Hayley and David. A really interesting insight into how things work.

[@christopherfarmer5626]

Well done Haley a very good vlog some great questions and answers what a great manager and a great company to work for keep up the good work and looking forward to seeing the next one well done again.

[@alanm8175]

Well done both of you that was a very honest and informative vlog

[@MrTater95]

Thank you for this great video really helpful and it’s great to hear from a haulage boss and the facts he is very honest its very helpful, thanks again

[@eg348]

This is really helpful! Great work! 👏👏👏

[@jonnyatkins]

I found this massively interesting and informative so thanks very much to both of you. As a potential new driver it's really helpful to get an insight into a well run organisation and learn that it's not all negative for people wanting to enter the profession!

[@garynumanfan]

Absolutely brilliant video 😁👍🏻

[@carolinamoonslilenglishgar8580]

Thankyou so much for doing this, you're vlogs are helping me so much Hayley, I can't tell you. This interview answered a lot of questions for me and has encouraged me to get my licence. I thought I'd struggle to change careers to driving because of my age( late forties) this has really given me hope. Your channel is so honest it's encouraging me, I so want to do this for a living. You're helping me to gain an understanding of the job, handballing etc I don't know what the terms mean so am trying to learn. I'm scared of the size of wagons, i.e. Controlling them but really want to do it. Just wanted to thank you 🙏🏻

[@Oldguydosestuff]

Thank you, a well thought out video with a lots of questions answered, one of the most informative videos I’ve seen on the subject Thank you

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Glad it was helpful! :)

[@stewboss]

Kay transport, kudos for the honesty and fair-handed attitude.

[@BritishTrucking]

What an awesome vlog Hayley and a big thanks to David for the Companies perspective in answering your questions, very informative for drivers starting out in the haulage industry well done 👏 👍

[@v4vendetta237]

I found your channel yesterday and I've binge watched all your vids up to this point. This is by far the most informative video I've seen from any one on KZbin. I've just got my mod 4 to do this week and then I'm looking for work. Thank you and the owner for doing this and of course I'm newly subbed to your channel.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Welcome to the channel, I'm glad you like the videos. I hope your mod 4 went well and the job searching is going good! :)

[@jimrowley5314]

Another fantastic video Hayley. A huge thanks to David from K Transport for sharing this insight. I start my first LGV role next week (agency) and this information has been invaluable. Jim

[@flammenjc]

Mr Kay seems like a great boss to work for someone that you'd feel good working for and helping them out in the process. Very good insight and such honesty and open-ness. Great video

[@chriswarburton5205]

Thanks for putting this video together Hayley. As someone who has been made redundant from a bank after 30 years and decided on HGV driving as a new career, this has answered some of the nagging doubts and internet myths, particularly around driver agencies. Thanks also to David for his insights which have helped to shape how I will approach companies regarding vacancies.

[@marylees6238]

Being a driver myself hayley I would say that was a Top Vlog. Very good insight in to a company and taking a view from the boss. Good to see your boss willing to take part.

[@Scottish_Trucker]

Very interesting and great video👏🏻👏🏻 I myself will be going for my first Hgv job soon so this was very helpful

[@johnshepherd9025]

Well done Hayley very good interview. Good company and also employer.

[@stockeetommy]

Enjoyed that Hayley. First hand answers from a operator of a company. Don’t think anyone has done this type of driving vlog before. Well done! This will help the newbies coming into the industry. Tom.

[@leewillson100]

Fantastic video hayley asked a lot of good questions and a big thanks to the director for the time to do this ,helped a lot. Think you will go a long way in the industry.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Thanks very much Lee 😊

[@abdirahmanhassanahmed7539]

Absolutely great man

[@peterwellard2407]

That was a great interview with Dave and yourself

[@EGCC4284]

Just want to say we’ll done to your Boss David for giving you the time to chat. It says a loss about a boss who would do this. Well done David. I would add that anyone looking for a job should never give up, Do as much looking, networking as possible. Search the internet and facebook for all haulage companies in their area and as they say “get on your bike” and get out there. Never take no for and answer, keep persevering and be positive. After I completed my school CSEs, I spent every Tuesday off school and on my bike or bus traveling all over Manchester looking for my first job at a haulage in their garage as an apprentice mechanic. This eventually lead to becoming a truck driver of which I spent a happy 10 years in the industry, Well done Haley on how far you’ve come. Be good to see you back on the road.

[@stewart2343]

Brilliant. I have just returned to HGV driving after a 20 year gap. I got my position through an agency and as stated the flexibility suites me . I thought your boss was very honest. It was your video on the digicard that got me through the assessment, as I had only used paper cards before. Congrats on your C+E licence

[@jamesmathie2324]

that was ac great video very helpful and informative and what an understanding and accomadating boss

[@briangourlay5644]

Great video. Very informative for newbies like me. Thanks 😊

[@eddiewatts7792]

useful insight and very candid answers

[@dancftrucker25]

Top guy, good interview 👍

[@kenpigott2517]

Superb! Great information for an older guy like me looking for a career change.

[@Dia_dhuit]

very good video, every question i have ever wanted to know you asked, top video fair play

[@TruckerJohno]

i rocked up to me last 2 jobs interviews in my Uniform from my previous employers, just popped in when i finished work

[@Ze-Germanzuk]

Brilliant video, some things that I wish I knew before I applied to jobs was about what to wear in interviews and whether to phone or walk through the door and ask. I showed up in a suit and tie and spent months phoning places getting nowhere.

[@BadgerTadger]

What a great video, and what a thoroughly decent gentleman Mr Kay is for agreeing to take part, and for the honest information provided throughout it. So much of this is relevant to me as I am quite 'mature' (53), I have spent the last 20 years in software development and only passed my Cat C very recently. I complete my CPC hours tomorrow, following which I will be actively seeking work, and this video was extremely encouraging. I just hope there are employers with Mr Kay's attitude down at this end of the country!

[@TruckDriverHayley]

I'm glad you found this video relevant and maybe useful. How's the job searching going? Hopefully it's going well for you :)

[@cliffordemmerson3076]

Cliff, farmer heading for a career in HGV ..... I must say that was a brilliant insight interview with the boss man, so genuine and honest. Well done you Hayley for Vlog and sharing information Brilliant

[@raabi66]

Very very useful and enlightening interview indeed, thanks for sharing

[@darrenphillips6456]

What a lovely boss.

[@ianlee8832]

Yeah...Great boss, furloughs you for 3 weeks, then makes you redundant.

[@waynehammerton5698]

This was absolutely brilliant Hayley and thank you to David for being so honest and open in his answers I really really enjoyed this vlog trucker Hayley until the next vlog take care of yourself and stay safe and well

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Take care and stay safe too Wayne 😊

[@waynehammerton5698]

Oh I am doing Hayley sadly I'm one of the many that coronavirous as cost me my job so now like many more I'm part of the dole que but I will bounce back soon I hope keep smiling Hayley stay safe on the roads and stay safe and well in yourself won't you

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Wayne Hammerton Sorry to hear that Wayne. You'll bounce back stronger, sometimes things happen for a reason. Maybe the next job you will enjoy better. Never give up. I have my fingers crossed you find something soon. All the best 😊

[@waynehammerton5698]

Thank you Hayley I really appreciate that I didn't mean to come across as looking for sympathy because I'm well aware that there will be plenty more in the same boat but once again thank you Hayley and remember keep that pedal to the metal in that scania 😁

[@jjones1115]

Good Stuff Hayley. Nice people, both of you. You gained a subscriber.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Thanks for the sub and kind words 😁

[@azzbigc]

just found your channel yesterday and found this episode really helpful! as im trying to get into driving after getting my class one with the army 20 years ago and never used it 😔

[@domainnameguy]

Great interview a decent boss

[@Zooumberg]

I was severely messed about by agencies after I passed my class 2 in 2007 so I went into the tech industry (I'm a qualified PC engineer). I'm now going back into the haulage industry. I've just passed my 3A and due to lack of available tests I have to wait for my 3B for two months. This video has given me a massive boost to my confidence in getting a job. Thank you, Hayley.

[@chrisandrews7518]

Hello Hayley. Like you I am an ex teacher. I have just returned from Japan teaching english and am looking to get into the industry and get a job. I have practising the theory test daily for months and have the money to take my class 2. I only wish the government would reopen the testing centres! Anyway Your interview was really helpful and answered a few important questions for me. So I would just like to take the time and opportunity to thank both you and your boss for taking the time to make this video. Keep up the good work.

[@piesktoryjezdzikoleja....4140]

Passed my test CE at Fetherstone last Tuesday 😄 Happy days All the best Hayley 👍✌️

[@billyd9205]

This was a verry good video. Big respect for the owner doing this and being open with his answers. Good insight indeed. One thing I did notice he keep on saying he!!! Instead of the driver or they ..

[@TheCoopsvids]

Got my prov licence so going to be doing some training when this craziness is over ...I,m 48 years young so hoping this will help getting a job when I pass 👍🏻

[@pit_stop77]

What a nice boss, prepared to do an open chat with you 👍

[@Nighttrunker]

Brilliant hats of to the gaffer for doing this very informative

[@domainnameguy]

I have been an agency driver for over 8 years and the flexibility suited me and i gained so much experience as an agency driver

[@bilko3249]

Excellent video!

[@craigdavies919]

My first class 1 job David always says it as it is👍

[@johnroddy8756]

Great interview Seems like a nice man .

[@PianoByT2023]

Super helpful thank you 👏🚛

[@paul-c7541]

I Like your Director, reminds me of my first boss, I didn't realise that increased insurance cost for older drivers, I suppose if I choose to get my licence back from the DVLA at 67 for P/T work ,my 40+ years of HGV1 may offset the expense to a company. I only worked for a cancerous agency once , never again. Good video Hayley .

[@eckruger4764]

wow what a great boss! would love to work for him!

[@GsCConcrete123]

interesting David Kay .thanks Hayley

[@dannyhinton2949]

Ive applied to K Transport a couple of times as an inexperienced driver, was told there was an opportunity for me which never materialised. Kudos to David for being so open about the business and the industry as a whole, now more than ever the business is up against a brick wall with a lack of drivers and his insight indirectly highlights just how tough the industry can be, hopefully i will get with a local company soon enough.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

They've taken on a few fresh passes lately. I'd give them another go if you're still interested. Mention me. There are vacancies 👍🏻

[@yamyamdashcam1232]

great video , very informative

[@bostedtap8399]

Excellent interview, very open and honest, and very indicative of an excellent employer. I didn't know that insurance weighting was a large factor in starting new/young drivers, but expected as the same in car insurance. Just one question!, Why is there a wardrobe in a meeting room 🤔. Well done again. Thanks for sharing, best regards John.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Don't know 😱 There was also a teacher style desk the other side of the camera 😁

[@bostedtap8399]

@@TruckDriverHayley I bet that's where the directors keep their model "Stobart" trucks 😉

[@infoinglesa]

I have started my first HGV Class 2 job in November 2019 and I have lost my job this week due this virus. Now is difficult to find a new job. Just few companies give opportunities for the new drivers.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Good luck finding something. I have my fingers crossed for you 👍🏻

[@michaellyons9678]

hi haley havert drove for about 9 years looks like i may have go back good video

[@bluejoe1873]

Interesting Video Thanks 👍

[@awesmax8010]

awesome content

[@AndyZE123]

That was a really good interrogation, and David seems very forward thinking in his hiring and training practices. That's refreshing from the industry (public sector) that I have come from, where the goverment cut-backs meant that training was the first thing to get dropped. Training really should be considered as an investment rather than the short term view of it being a cost. Invest in your staff and they will be even more invested in the company. Thanks also for the interview tips and getting out there and knocking on doors advice. I have a class 2 licence, but am unable to find work where I live at the moment, so I am contemplating self-funding my class 1 training, but am worried that I will come up against the lack of experience barrier. I need to find a local employer with the foresight and vision of David at K Transport, but up here in a remote part of Scotland.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Keep trying, always visit companies in person if you can. K's are open minded towards new passes and others out there are the same. Good luck finding something 🍀

[@BlackTubers]

I'm only ten minutes in and I'm loving this video. Where do I sign up? I wonder if they will provide module 4 training and exam? I must get in contact.

[@sensiblefarmer9286]

Great Interview. Both you and David have the passion, positiveness and candidness required as spokes people for the industry. It would have been interesting to here the view of you both regarding women LGV drivers as female school leavers may consider a LGV driving career. Ref; young and inexperienced newly passed or return to workers. I suggest an initial assessment (as K Transport may well do) and ongoing mentoring. Story: I know of a man who "failed" his assessment with one company then went to another, cocked up his reverse (class1), told to have a coffee, try again after assessors feed back (take as many shunts(rude truck drivers saying here) Get Out And Look (GOAL). Six months later his colleagues look to him for tight reversing guidance!

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Maybe that's an idea for the future. Great story too! Thanks for the kind words 😊

[@shaungilmartin1505]

insurance seem to be a barrier to most industries at the mo. Seems like national infrastructure should have some level of underwriting rather than just piling in endless streams of EE drivers. we have forgotten perhaps that under times of stress the industry was nationalised ie. post WW2, perhaps there is a case for that to happen again in the way of insurance support to open up the taps for working class indigenous nationals to come into the industry.

[@scrivo8340]

Great vlog hayley really enjoyed it good company to work for some honest answers, one more question what's happened to the trucker website you do always in maintenance mode at moment ❓❓👍👍

[@TruckDriverHayley]

I decided to pause that and focus on KZbin for a while, I was having a hard time keeping up with everything :)

[@scrivo8340]

@@TruckDriverHayley OK thanks for reply take care and stay safe 👍

[@mattballeste1]

i want to come and work there when i pass!

[@benmorran6322]

Good interview. Tiny bit repetitive on a few questions. The only thing I would say pick on from there interview is there price of them trucks. From when I was working for them company they have never spent that sort of money on trucks. When they replenish there fleet it 2-3 year old ex hire trucks they have brought as a bulk deal.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

I think that must be how they used to operate. There's plenty of new trucks on the yard now, they have them delivered every time there's a new registration plate :)

[@Nemesiss372]

That was really helpful tbf. I’m just starting the process and it’s good to have some inside knowledge of what companies are looking for in a driver and that it’s not a closed door to new drivers. Can I just clarify- is it under 25 and 2 years or more, if you’re over 25 do you need the 2 years? So, for example, I’m 55, does the 2 years experience apply or is it literally for under 25’s?

[@stevelamport7862]

good boss caring

[@bugze666]

Some companys like to take people on with little to no experience as they can mould them into their way of doing things. They also don't realise that what they are doing may be shite compared to other jobs/firms out there.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

You're right there bugze666 👍🏻

[@paulwatts8704]

Great chat with the boss. Question I have is best way to find a good agency, one that companies like k transport would use.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

The big name agencies. I know K's have used Pertemps if that's any help? 😊

[@paulwatts8704]

Much appreciated, thanks Hayley. Seems like there’s more agencies than jobs. Just looking around and preparing for when training completed and I am made redundant. Good to see you back today 👍

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Paul Watts Thanks Paul, hopefully something will come up for up. I know some of the places I deliver to use Extra Drivers and a friend worked for Best Connection. Good luck Paul 👍🏻

[@josebonito6896]

Seems like the kind of boss you would like work for, but obviously there’s a lot more to book than just it’s cover , but sounded honest.

[@hangoutwithdeggers]

👍🏼 🚛

[@andrewalexander1086]

I’m doing mine at the moment with a view to getting class 1 but don’t want a job going to buy my own cab and work for myself

[@TruckDriverHayley]

To do that you'll need an O licence. I wish you all the best with your journey :)

[@andrewalexander1086]

@@TruckDriverHayley thanks Haley I’ve been in business for over 22 years had various different businesses which I knew nothing about except how to run a business and keep a tight ship. Apart from that everything else is the same bring in more money than you spend

[@SR-ee5nm]

Just a curiosity, who might be considered rival of K transport, Eddie Stobbart?

[@TruckDriverHayley]

No, Stobarts are a huge company compared to K's. I'd say any medium size company in the local area that also does the same kind of steel work :)

[@steveblick168]

That was fantastic and thanks to you both for the in-depth Q&A. What did surprise me from David's answer though, was what to wear during an interview. Me personally, i wouldn't dream of turning up in jeans and a hoodie but then again, somebody could arrive in a suit & tie and be a complete tit throughout the interview. I guess it goes on how the individual comes across and not how they look.

[@Technologyadvisor1]

I am curious if you said to david what would he think of a ex bus driver with 4 years experience coming for a job what would he said?

[@TruckDriverHayley]

I can't see him having any issues. Experience on the road is a huge advantage

[@hanikoamini1412]

i passed my test yesterday i am worried about getting a job

[@matrowe6736]

Any advice you would have for someone that is 18 and looking at going into the hgv industry (obviously no hgv driving experience). I dont mind doing agency work but was wondering if you had any advice. Thanks in advance

[@TruckDriverHayley]

I would say try and get into any kind of driving, whether it be vans, courier work or HGV. That's what Mr Kay said was favourable from his point of view. Also, don't give up 😊

[@matrowe6736]

Thank you for the advice im thinking of trying to do my training through goldstar. If not maybe do agency work with any driving thank you :)

[@JayJay-wb4mv]

Whats the max point on a licence that your company would take on for a driver job?

[@TruckDriverHayley]

6 points I believe

[@scotthunterTD]

Next stop Newsnight.

[@domainnameguy]

Any agency driver that is ex multidrop will always get work because they have the pace and experience

[@philipgledhill7227]

Philip still believes you should be able to drive on a car license you should be able to work your way up starting with a car and then a van then after that a 7.5 truck whare I got experience with a few different company's including Shipley transport. Plus I failed in a 17ton truck.so I have nearly had some sort of experience all the way to class one.philip thinks they should change the law now.why can't they have a group of people looking after class one driver's eg stopping traffic so that the new class one driver can get through and to look after them till they get used to the vehicle and the traffic.they need a group of people like the police to look after them.philip thinks the police don't have the time to do that they are very busy people.any way nice to leave a comment take care everybody out there phil. Happy trucking everyone phil.

[@michaelevans4985]

Passed my class1 three years ago and cant get a job due to needing 2 years experience at most firms.

[@TruckDriverHayley]

It's so tough out there for new drivers. Any luck with agencies?

[@michaelevans4985]

@@TruckDriverHayley hi hayley. Passed my assesment with stobarts. Its yhe only way im gona get a foot in x

[@TruckDriverHayley]

Great news on passing that. I wish you all the best :)

[@michaelevans4985]

@@TruckDriverHayley thank you hayley. Stobarts doesnt have a big fan club within the industry but they are happy to take on new drivers and put a mentor in with you for a week or so which is great if your new so they deserve creit for that