Truck Drivers for hire in Peterborough

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    268

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Forklift
    7%
    Driving
    6%
    Warehouse Experience
    6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    71%
    Vocational or technical training
    17%
    Bachelor's degree
    8%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years
    50%
    More than 10 years
    50%
  • Current company

    • DPD
    • Xpo logistics
    • Wincanton
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    50%
    1-2 years
    33%
    More than 5 years
    17%

Browse Indeed's database of 268 profiles for Truck Drivers in Peterborough

Last updated: 12 Nov 2026

Truck Driver: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Peterborough: £44,575 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £34,583 – £57,452 yearly
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  • Fork Lift Truck Driver

    Peterborough

    Licenses & certifications

    Reach Truck Licence – Any Recognised UK ProviderReach TruckDriving LicenceCounterbalance Forklift Truck Operator CertificationForklift LicenceCounterbalance Forklift Truck Operation

    Skills

    Commercial DrivingLeadershipHeavy LiftingDrivingWarehouse ExperienceForklift
  • HGV Class 2 Driver & 7.5 Tonne Driver

    Peterborough

    Licenses & certifications

    Rigid HGV Over 3.5 Tonnes OperationCategory C LicenceHGV LicenceLGV LicenceDrivingDriving Licence+4 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementHeavy LiftingOrganisational SkillsCommunication SkillsTruck DrivingCommercial Driving
  • Lorry Driver

    Peterborough

    Licenses & certifications

    Rigid HGV Over 3.5 Tonnes OperationCategory C LicenceHGV LicenceDriver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC)Rigid LorryHeavy Goods Vehicle Driving Experience

    Skills

    Truck DrivingDrivingUnloadingLoad & UnloadLogisticsOrganisational Skills
  • HGV Driver (Class 2 / Category C)

    Peterborough

    Licenses & certifications

    Rigid HGV Over 3.5 Tonnes OperationCategory C LicenceDriving LicenceDriver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC)Category CE LicenceRigid Lorry

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsCategory CE LicenceCategory C LicenceDrivingRoute Planning
  • Reach truck driver

    Peterborough

    Licenses & certifications

    Category C LicenceReach Truck Licence – Any Recognised UK ProviderDriving LicenceCounterbalance Forklift Truck Operator CertificationForklift LicenceCounterbalance Forklift Truck Operation

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementNegotiationTechnical Support
  • Transport Driver

    Peterborough

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftReach Truck Licence – Any Recognised UK ProviderReach TruckDriving LicenceCounterbalance Forklift Truck Operation

    Skills

    LeadershipCustomer ServiceInventory ControlForkliftPallet Truck OperationTransport Experience

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What's the average time to fill a truck driver role?

The average time to fill a truck driver role is 71 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do truck drivers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a truck driver include: forklift, driving and warehouse experience.

What licenses or certifications are common for truck drivers?

Common licenses or certifications for truck drivers include: Driving Licence, Reach Truck Licence – Any Recognised UK Provider and Forklift Licence.

What are some job titles related to truck drivers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to truck drivers include: HGV class 2 driver & 7 5 tonne driver, fork lift truck driver and transport driver.

What level of education is common for a truck driver?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a truck driver in Peterborough, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a truck driver?

Most truck drivers have 12 years of professional experience.

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