Join our team
Drive with Eagon Transport
We are always looking for reliable, professional drivers to join our growing network. Whether you are an owner-operator with your own van or looking for employed driving work, we have opportunities that fit.
50,000+
Jobs completed annually
24/7
Driver support line
7 days
Weekly payment cycle
48 hrs
Typical first job turnaround
Why drive with us
More than just work
We have built a driver programme around the things that actually matter to professional drivers.
Competitive rates
Daily and per-mile rates that reward reliability and performance. Same-day drivers earn significantly more than traditional parcel rounds.
Work that fits your life
Owner-operators choose their own availability. Full-time, part-time, and ad-hoc work all available. No minimum hours commitment for subcontractors.
Nationwide work
Local runs and long-distance jobs across all of Great Britain. Our jobs board gives you sight of available work so you can plan your week.
Smart driver app
Our driver app handles everything -- job acceptance, navigation, electronic proof of delivery, and instant payment updates. No paperwork.
Genuine support
A dedicated driver liaison team available 24/7. We answer the phone when you need us -- because your problems become our problems on the road.
Goods-in-transit cover
All jobs include goods-in-transit insurance on the consignment, so you are not personally exposed for the value of goods you carry.
Getting started
On the road in four steps
Apply online
Complete our short application form below with your details, vehicle information, and preferred working pattern. Takes about 5 minutes.
Phone call
One of our driver liaison team will call you within one working day to discuss your application and answer any questions you have.
Document check
We verify your licence, insurance, and vehicle documents. We will tell you exactly what we need and how to send them.
First job
Once approved, you are added to our driver pool and can start accepting jobs immediately. Most new drivers complete their first job within 48 hours.
What you need
Requirements
We work with owner-operators and employed drivers at all levels, from car and van drivers to HGV operators. The exact requirements depend on the vehicle you drive.
- Full UK driving licence (category B minimum; C1 for 3.5T--7.5T; C for HGV)
- At least 2 years of driving experience with a clean record (maximum 3 points for minor offences)
- Proof of right to work in the UK
- DBS basic disclosure (we will guide you through the process)
- Own van or lorry in good condition and meeting current emissions standards
- Valid motor trade or hire and reward insurance for your vehicle
- Operator licence (O licence) where applicable for vehicles over 3.5T gross
- Proof of vehicle roadworthiness (current MOT or annual test certificate)
Do not have an O licence yet? We can point you to the right resources and help you through the application process.
Vehicles we need
Car / motorcycle
Documents, urgent parcels, medical samples
Small van (up to 500 kg)
Small commercial freight, retail deliveries
LWB & XLWB van
Mid-sized freight, multi-drop routes
Luton van (tail lift)
Heavy goods, furniture, pallet loads
7.5T rigid lorry
Bulk freight, construction materials
Temperature-controlled van
Pharma, food, biological samples
Driver stories
Hear from our drivers
“Steady work, decent rates, and they actually pick up the phone when something goes wrong on the road. Best company I have driven for.”
Mark T.
Owner-operator, 18 months with Eagon
“The app makes the job straightforward. POD is done in 30 seconds and payment lands at the end of the week without chasing.”
Sarah J.
LWB driver, based in Birmingham
“I was nervous about going self-employed. The team walked me through the O licence process and I was on the road in two weeks.”
Dave P.
7.5T driver, based in Manchester
Ready to start?
Apply to drive with us
Send us a message with your details and we will be in touch within one working day. Alternatively, call us directly on 07835 272954 and ask for the driver recruitment team.
What to include in your application
- Your full name, phone number, and email address
- Your location (postcode) and areas you are happy to cover
- Vehicle type, make, model, and payload capacity
- Whether you are self-employed or looking for employment
- Your preferred working pattern (full-time, part-time, ad-hoc)
- Any relevant experience or specialist capabilities (temperature control, tail lift, HIAB, etc.)