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HGV Training in Scotland

Scotland’s economy relies heavily on skilled HGV drivers to keep its major industries moving — from food and drink logistics and offshore energy to forestry and construction. Completing your HGV training in Scotland can lead to career opportunities in both urban centres and rural communities.

  • Food and Drink Logistics – With a world-renowned whisky industry, thriving seafood exports, and extensive food production, HGV drivers play a vital role in keeping the supply chain flowing across Scotland and beyond.
  • Forestry and Timber – Scotland’s forestry sector, particularly in the Highlands and Borders, relies on experienced drivers to move timber safely from remote locations to processing plants and distribution hubs.
  • Construction and Infrastructure – Major road, rail, and housing developments in cities like Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen need reliable drivers to deliver heavy materials and equipment.
  • Oil and Gas Support – The northeast, particularly Aberdeen, is a centre for the offshore energy sector, with HGVs used in transporting parts, machinery, and hazardous goods.

At Driver Hire Training, we provide professional HGV training in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, Perth, and Fife, among other locations. Our experienced instructors and nationwide partner network ensure high-quality tuition close to home.

Our HGV Training Courses in Scotland

Working with trusted training centres and instructors, we offer a full range of courses tailored to your licence goals and job requirements:

The following additional training might open potentially more lucrative job opportunities within industries which require more specialised skills:

We also offer Driver CPC training in Scotland, including tutor-led online options and classroom sessions to ensure you remain compliant after passing your driving test. We offer both National and International Driver CPC, depending on your requirements.

DVSA Test Centres in Scotland

We’ll help you train for your HGV test in Scotland at one of the following DVSA-approved centres:

Aberdeen North

Cloverhill Road

Bridge of Don

Aberdeen

AB23 8FE

A key site for future drivers in the northeast and surrounding Aberdeenshire.

Dreghorn

Part 9A

Corsehill Mount Road

Dreghorn

Irvine

KA11 4JZ

Serving southwest Scotland, Dreghorn is ideal for learners from Ayrshire and nearby regions.

Dumfries

Catherinefield Industrial Estate

Heathhall

Dumfries

DG1 3PQ

Convenient for learners in the Borders and southwest Scotland.

Elgin

Miltown Airfield

Elgin

IV30 8NQ

Covers the Moray area and parts of the northeast Highlands.

Inverness

Longman Industrial Estate

Seafield Road

Inverness

IV1 1SG

A central Highlands test site with access to varied driving environments — perfect for those completing HGV training in Inverness.

Isle of Skye

Industrial Estate

Home Farm Road

Usigarry Place

Portree

IV51 9BD

Ideal for candidates living and working in the Inner Hebrides.

Livingston

Houston Industrial Estate

Livingston

EH54 5DE

A popular choice for learners across West Lothian and the Central Belt.

Machrihanish

RAF Station

Machrihanish

Argyllshire

PA28 6NU

One of the more remote centres, suitable for drivers in Kintyre and western Argyll.

Orkney

The Kirkwall Auction Mart

Hatston Industrial Estate

Kirkwall

Orkney

KW15 1FL

Supports HGV testing needs for the Northern Isles.

Perth

North Muirton Industrial Estate

Arran Road

Tayside

Perth

PH1 3DZ

Strategically located for learners across central Scotland — especially those undertaking HGV training in Perth and surrounding areas such as Fife.

Book Your HGV Training in Scotland Today

Whether you’re in Glasgow, Dundee, Inverness, or the Islands, we are here to help you succeed. We offer practical support, local expertise, and flexible course options to suit your goals.

Contact us today to book your place on a training course near you — and take the first step toward a rewarding driving career in Scotland (and beyond).

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