
Get behind the wheel and accelerate your driving career with Copart’s Driver Academy.
Are you looking for a career as an HGV Driver, but only have a licence to drive cars and vans? Then look no further, as we can make this a reality for you.
If you are looking for an interesting career rather than your average HGV Driver role, then we might have just what you are looking for, working from our Operation Centre in Rochford, SS4 1NB.
Not only do we offer a varied role that includes the loading and unloading of vehicles, we're able to offer Monday to Friday daytime work, with occasional optional Saturday work.
Copart UK Limited has partnered with the UK’s largest HGV training provider to use their wide-ranging expertise to deliver a specialist program that focuses on identifying, mentoring and coaching driving talent and provides a clear pathway to becoming an HGV Driver.
Does the opportunity to learn and earn appeal to you? You will have a guaranteed income in your role as Yard Operative whilst Copart invests in your future by funding your theory and practical driving qualifications, subject to signing a training agreement with Copart. Once training is completed, which is expected to take between 2-4 months, you can anticipate earning around £45k a year and more.
So, if you want to become part of the growing talent we have here at Copart – apply now!
We welcome applications from candidates with any of the following skills or attributes: Trainee Driver, HGV Driver, HGV, Driver, Heavy Goods experience.
Do I qualify for Copart's Driver Academy?
To be eligible for our Drivers Academy you must hold a clean car driving licence and have excellent customer service skills. The rest, we can teach you. With our knowledgeable HGV Drivers and our experienced Yard Operatives, we can give you all the tools you need to succeed.
All offers of employment are subject to receipt of proof of right to work in the UK documentation and satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) and reference checks to the Company
Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.
At Copart, we are focused on harnessing the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. By embracing diverse perspectives, we open doors to innovation and unleash the full potential of our team. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels appreciated, included, and inspired to grow and contribute meaningfully.

Copart, a global online auto auction company headquartered in Dallas, Texas is a top-performing S&P 500 company, as noted by The Wall Street Journal. Copart is a global technology leader in the online vehicle auction industry that connects its buyers and sellers via its patented cutting-edge VB3 technology. With a passion for excellence, Copart has a great company culture and strong dedication to our employees.
Copart is a veteran-founded company that honors the service of active & reserve duty employees. Copart’s veteran commitments include Leadership Development Programs, tuition reimbursement, and up to 10 days of paid leave for non-activation orders like training.
Founded in 1982, Copart connects more than 750,000 buyers and sellers from over 200 locations around the world. With our innovative technology, we remarket salvage and clean title vehicles to dealers, dismantlers, rebuilders, exporters and end users through a multi-channel online internet platform.
Copart sells vehicles on behalf of insurance companies, banks, finance companies, fleet owners, car dealerships, cars sourced from the general public and others. Because we are a 100% online auto auction company, Copart Members can browse our incredible inventory, set their own price and get great deals on vehicles through their home computer, smartphone or other mobile device. Copart’s vehicles can range in condition from damaged vehicles that can be used as rebuild projects to like-new, used vehicles.
Copart is the parent company to a portfolio of auto service companies, including CashForCars.com, CrashedToys, and National Powersport Auctions (NPA). We currently operate in the United States (Copart.com), Canada (Copart.ca), the United Kingdom (Copart.co.uk), the Republic of Ireland (Copart.ie), Brazil (Copart.com.br), Germany (Copart.de), the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Bahrain (Copartmea.com), Spain (Copart.es), and Finland (copart.fi).