Temporary Driving Jobs in Leicestershire: HGV, Van and Delivery Work

Leicestershire is one of the UK's most important counties for logistics, freight and distribution.

Located at the heart of the Midlands and the Golden Triangle, the county has become home to major logistics parks, distribution centres, manufacturers and transport operations.

For drivers looking for temporary work, this creates opportunities across:

• HGV Class 1 driving
• HGV Class 2 driving
• C1 and 7.5-tonne driving
• Van driving
• Delivery work
• Multi-drop driving
• Trunking
• Temporary and contract driving

The freight and logistics sector is identified by Leicestershire County Council as a key economic driver because of the county's position at the heart of the freight and logistics Golden Triangle. Major logistics locations include Magna Park, Lutterworth, East Midlands Gateway, Logix Park and Hinckley Park. 

Quick Answer

Temporary driving jobs in Leicestershire can include HGV Class 1, Class 2 and C1 driving, van driving, delivery work, multi-drop and trunking roles. Leicestershire sits at the heart of the UK's logistics Golden Triangle, with major distribution and freight locations around Lutterworth, Hinckley, Leicester and North West Leicestershire creating a strong transport and logistics employment market.

Looking for Temporary Driving Work in Leicestershire?

Leicestershire is home to some of the most important logistics and distribution locations in the Midlands.

From Magna Park in Lutterworth to major logistics operations around Leicester, Hinckley and the wider county, professional drivers play a vital role in keeping supply chains moving.

If you're looking for temporary driving work across Leicestershire and the Golden Triangle, contact WSUK today.

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Why Leicestershire Is Important for Driving Jobs

Leicestershire's location is one of its biggest advantages.

The county sits close to major transport routes including:

• M1
• M69
• A5
• A6
• A46
• A47
• A50

These routes connect Leicestershire with:

• Coventry and Warwickshire
• Northamptonshire
• Birmingham and the West Midlands
• Nottingham and Derby
• London
• The North
• Major freight and logistics hubs

Leicestershire County Council's transport planning identifies freight and logistics as a key economic driver for the county, with a significant number of movements using the Strategic Road Network and HGV/LGV traffic forming an important part of that network. 

For drivers, this creates a connected employment market rather than isolated opportunities in individual towns.

A Long History of Transport and Trade

Leicestershire's connection with the movement of goods is not new.

Its towns developed around:

• Historic roads
• Market routes
• Canals
• Railways
• Manufacturing

Research into Leicestershire's historic market towns shows how changes to roads, canals, carriers and railways affected the development of places including Market Harborough, Hinckley and Lutterworth from the eighteenth century onwards. 

Lutterworth itself was a successful medieval market town and later became a coaching centre close to the London-to-Chester route along Watling Street. 

The way goods move has changed significantly.

Historically:

Goods → Market → Horse and Cart → Canal or Railway

Today:

Manufacturer → Warehouse → HGV → Distribution Centre → Customer

The fundamental requirement remains the same: businesses need reliable transport to move goods.

The Rise of Modern Logistics in Leicestershire

Modern Leicestershire has become a major logistics location because of its central position.

One of the most important examples is Magna Park, Lutterworth.

The site was previously associated with Bitteswell Aerodrome before being acquired for distribution warehousing development in 1987. 

Today, Magna Park Lutterworth has developed into one of Europe's largest dedicated logistics and distribution parks, with approximately 13.7 million square feet of logistics space across 50 buildings and around 30 customers. 

Major logistics operations naturally require a large and varied workforce.

That includes:

• Warehouse staff
• Transport planners
• Operations teams
• Freight professionals
• Forklift drivers
• HGV drivers
• Delivery drivers

A 2025 Leicester and Leicestershire labour-market publication estimated that the transport and logistics sector employed 41,259 people locally and projected sector employment growth of 7.3% by 2030. It specifically listed drivers among roles in demand. 

HGV Class 1 Temporary Driving Jobs in Leicestershire

Class 1 drivers hold a Category C+E licence.

Temporary Class 1 opportunities may involve:

• National trunking
• Distribution centre deliveries
• Trailer changes
• Long-distance transport
• Retail distribution
• Manufacturing supply chains

Leicestershire's location means drivers can access major parts of England through the Midlands motorway network.

This makes the county particularly important for trunking and national distribution operations.

HGV Class 2 Temporary Driving Jobs

Class 2 drivers hold a Category C licence.

Typical temporary work may include:

• Regional deliveries
• Store deliveries
• Business-to-business deliveries
• Builders' merchant work
• Food distribution
• Multi-drop HGV work

The exact work depends on the employer, vehicle and delivery network.

C1 and 7.5-Tonne Driving Jobs

C1 drivers can operate vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes.

Temporary work can include:

• Local deliveries
• Regional deliveries
• Multi-drop work
• Business deliveries
• Specialist transport

WSUK's driver supply operation covers C+E, C and C1 drivers, supporting temporary shifts and ongoing contracts. 

Temporary Van Driving Jobs in Leicestershire

Van drivers are another important part of the logistics sector.

The growth of:

• E-commerce
• Parcel networks
• Home delivery
• Same-day distribution
• Business deliveries

has increased demand for flexible transport operations.

Typical work may include:

• Parcel deliveries
• Multi-drop driving
• Collections
• Local distribution
• Business deliveries
• Regional routes

Why Businesses Need Temporary Drivers

Transport requirements can change quickly.

A logistics business may require temporary drivers because of:

Seasonal Demand

Retail and distribution volumes can increase significantly at certain times of year.

Driver Holidays

Annual leave can create gaps in transport teams.

Sickness Cover

Unexpected absence can leave planned vehicles without drivers.

New Contracts

Winning additional business may require more drivers quickly.

Increased Volumes

More goods moving through a warehouse can mean more vehicles and additional transport capacity.

Temporary staffing can help businesses respond to changing requirements without disrupting their transport operations.

Temporary Driving Jobs Across Leicestershire

This Leicestershire blog series will focus on the approved locations within our wider content strategy.

Hinckley

Hinckley sits close to the M69 and is strongly connected with Coventry, Nuneaton, Leicester and Lutterworth.

WSUK's Hinckley driver supply operation covers the neighbouring Nuneaton, Lutterworth and Leicester areas, supporting distribution centres, manufacturers and 3PL operations. 

Leicester

Leicester is the county's largest urban centre and has a long history of manufacturing, trade and transport.

Lutterworth

Lutterworth is one of the most important locations in the Golden Triangle because of Magna Park and its strategic access to the motorway network.

Market Bosworth

Market Bosworth provides connections into the wider North West Leicestershire, Hinckley and Midlands logistics network.

Market Harborough

Market Harborough sits in southern Leicestershire and connects with Northamptonshire and the wider Midlands transport network.

Leicestershire and the Golden Triangle

Leicestershire is central to the Golden Triangle logistics region.

The county connects naturally with:

Leicester → Hinckley → Coventry

and:

Lutterworth → Rugby → Northampton

and:

Market Harborough → Northamptonshire → East Midlands

This connectivity creates opportunities for drivers to work across a much wider employment area.

A driver may start a shift in Leicestershire and complete deliveries across:

• Warwickshire
• Northamptonshire
• The West Midlands
• Derbyshire
• Nottinghamshire

This is one of the reasons the Golden Triangle is so important to national logistics.

Driving Jobs and Major Logistics Locations

Leicestershire has several significant logistics locations.

Magna Park, Lutterworth

Magna Park is a major logistics and distribution location in the Golden Triangle, with major occupiers and extensive distribution infrastructure. 

Hinckley Logistics Locations

Leicestershire's Local Transport Plan identifies Logix Park and Hinckley Park among important logistics locations within the county. 

East Midlands Gateway

The county's logistics economy also benefits from major road, rail and air-connected freight infrastructure in North West Leicestershire. The 2025 labour-market publication highlighted East Midlands Gateway and major employers in the surrounding logistics sector. 

These locations support a wide supply chain requiring transport professionals.

Current Employment and Labour Market Data

The wider Leicester and Leicestershire labour market remains substantial.

ONS labour-market data published through Nomis for April 2025 to March 2026 recorded:

• 529,600 people in employment
• An employment rate of 75.5%
• 29,600 people unemployed
• An unemployment rate of 5.3%

The same data recorded 85,100 people working in process, plant and machine operative or elementary occupations combined, demonstrating the scale of operational employment across the wider economy. 

For logistics specifically, the Leicester and Leicestershire labour-market publication identifies the sector as a major and growing employer, with driving roles specifically listed among occupations in demand. 

Driving and the Wider Logistics Supply Chain

Professional drivers are one part of a larger logistics operation.

A typical supply chain can involve:

Goods Arrive

↓

Warehouse Storage

↓

Picking and Packing

↓

Vehicle Loading

↓

HGV or Van Transport

↓

Distribution

↓

Customer Delivery

Without drivers, goods cannot efficiently move between warehouses, depots, businesses and customers.

This makes driving roles essential to the wider logistics industry.

Temporary Driving Work Can Offer Flexibility

Temporary driving work can suit people looking for different working arrangements.

Depending on the opportunity, shifts may include:

• Days
• Nights
• Weekends
• Ad-hoc shifts
• Short-term contracts
• Ongoing temporary work

Temporary work can also allow drivers to gain experience across different:

• Transport operators
• Vehicle types
• Delivery operations
• Routes
• Logistics sectors

Some temporary opportunities may also develop into longer-term positions depending on the employer's requirements.

What Drivers May Need

Requirements depend on the specific role.

For HGV driving, employers may require:

• The appropriate driving licence
• Driver CPC qualification where required
• Digital tachograph compliance where required
• Relevant driving experience
• Right to work in the UK

WSUK states that its supplied drivers are subject to licence, right-to-work, CPC and digital tachograph compliance checks. 

WSUK Temporary Staffing and Driver Support

WSUK supports logistics businesses requiring flexible staffing and driver capacity.

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Looking for Temporary Driving Jobs in Leicestershire?

Leicestershire is at the centre of one of the UK's strongest logistics regions.

From Leicester and Hinckley to Lutterworth, Market Bosworth and Market Harborough, the county is closely connected to major transport routes, logistics operations and distribution networks.

Temporary opportunities can include:

• HGV Class 1 driving
• HGV Class 2 driving
• C1 and 7.5-tonne work
• Van driving
• Delivery work
• Multi-drop driving
• Trunking
• Temporary and contract driving

If you're looking for temporary driving work across Leicestershire and the Golden Triangle, contact WSUK today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What temporary driving jobs are available in Leicestershire?

Temporary opportunities can include HGV Class 1, Class 2 and C1 driving, van driving, delivery work, multi-drop and trunking.

Why is Leicestershire important for logistics?

Leicestershire sits at the heart of the freight and logistics Golden Triangle and contains major logistics locations including Magna Park, Lutterworth and logistics developments around Hinckley and North West Leicestershire. 

Are there major logistics parks in Leicestershire?

Yes. Magna Park Lutterworth is one of the largest dedicated logistics and distribution parks in Europe, with approximately 13.7 million square feet across 50 buildings. 

What licences might be required for HGV work?

Depending on the vehicle, drivers may require Category C+E for Class 1, Category C for Class 2 or C1 for 7.5-tonne vehicles.

Does WSUK supply temporary HGV drivers?

Yes. WSUK supplies vetted C+E, C and C1 drivers for temporary and contract requirements. 

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