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Case Study: HGV drivers in Castleford

 
HGV Drivers  

Jo and John had been in the coal industry all their working lives. They worked in the Prince of Wales Colliery until this summer. John was made redundant in June and Jo, a supervisor, a bit later in August. They now work as LGV drivers for Gaffers in Castleford.

Jo decided that he needed to make himself more employable and so chose to do a PSV course that he paid for himself whilst he was still working in the pit. Both John and Jo then did their Class C and Class C+E tests.

The new jobs with Gaffers do have some real benefits. John and Jo see their families more and have greater independence. They enjoy not having to work shifts and working in daylight. For both John and Jo it is important that they don't have to travel far to work. Although they are earning less money, they are pleased with their new jobs.

The LGV training mentioned above was arranged and delivered by Jobcentre Plus as part of the redundancy support for the mineworkers at the Prince of Wales Colliery. Ring the Helpline to find out what is available to you. It is worth noting that some companies will let you have trial periods to see if the work suits you.

The Selby Coalfield Helpline telephone number is: 01757 693008

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