For UK hauliers
HGV driver cover without agency percentage markups
Set out the work, review suitable applicants and keep contracts, timesheets and invoice records together.
Initial marketplace coverage: South Essex, Thurrock and the A13 corridor. Availability, eligibility and account terms are confirmed before booking.
Last-minute absence or holiday cover
Peak demand and seasonal overflow
Trial routes without permanent hiring
Recurring Class 1 and Class 2 shift gaps
Built around the way transport managers actually fill shifts
Drivano is not trying to be a job board. It is built for the operational work around each shift: who is qualified, what has been agreed, what was worked, and what needs paying.
Post the shift
Add location, vehicle type, start time, rate, and the work details drivers need before applying.
Review interested drivers
Check driver profiles, documents, ratings, and verification status before confirming cover.
Confirm the contract
Use a clear B2B assignment flow with shift records and substitution-aware contract handling.
Approve the timesheet
Keep hours, approvals, exceptions, and payment records in one audit-friendly workflow.
Workflow illustration
From cover request to completed shift
- 1Post your shift and rate
- 2Review applications and documents
- 3Confirm, approve hours and pay directly
Steps shown for illustration. Availability and verification depend on the actual record.
More control than a traditional agency, less admin than managing it manually
No percentage markup on driver hours
Drivano uses predictable platform pricing instead of taking a slice of every hour worked.
Compliance-first workflow
Driver licence, right-to-work, CPC, insurance, contracts, and timesheets are treated as part of the job, not admin afterthoughts.
Built for urgent cover
The page, app, and notifications are built around shift-level decisions rather than slow recruitment pipelines.
We will be honest about driver coverage before you rely on us
Start with a clear requirement in the current service area. We check your shift pattern, area, vehicle types, and cover needs before pushing you into the platform.
Is Drivano an HGV driver agency?
No. Drivano is a marketplace and workflow platform. Hauliers connect directly with self-employed HGV drivers instead of paying traditional agency percentage markups.
Can I use Drivano for one-off cover?
Yes. Drivano is designed for ad-hoc cover, recurring shifts, and peak demand. Availability depends on driver coverage in your area.
How does compliance work?
The platform supports verification, document review, shift contracts, substitution-aware workflows, timesheet approval, and audit trails. Your team still makes the final operational decision before confirming a driver.
What happens if driver supply is not ready in my area?
We will be direct about coverage and only onboard hauliers where we can support a useful launch path.
Need HGV driver cover soon?
Create an employer account to set out your requirement, review applicants and keep the agreed work together. Availability and account terms are confirmed before activation.