Frequently asked questions | Delivery Driver HQ

Is Delivery Driver HQ free for drivers?
Yes - drivers create a profile and apply to jobs at no cost. Businesses pay to post listings and reach drivers.
What types of delivery driver jobs can I find?
Multi-drop, last-mile courier, van driving, HGV Class 1 and Class 2, takeaway and food delivery roles across the UK. Filter by vehicle type, postcode, distance and job type to find what fits. Browse by category: van, courier, HGV, motorcycle, bicycle or multi-drop.
How does pricing work for businesses?
Flat monthly subscriptions with no per-click fees. Free tier includes one active listing; Starter is £49.99/mo (two listings), Standard £99.99/mo (five listings plus boosters), Enterprise £299.99/mo (ten listings plus monthly free boosters). Pay-as-you-go is available for one-off hires.
What are Spotlight and Urgent boosters?
Spotlight promotes your job into the featured carousel at the top of the browse page. Urgent adds a marker so drivers can see you're hiring fast. Standard and Enterprise plans include free monthly boosters; extra credits can be bought as one-off top-ups.
Are driver contact details shared with businesses?
No - driver contact details are only revealed when the driver chooses to apply or to reply to a business message. Businesses contact applicants through the built-in messaging system.
Does Delivery Driver HQ list driver resources too?
Yes - the Resources tabs list vetted UK providers for van hire, hire-and-reward insurance, fuel cards and self-employed driver accounting. Useful for owner-drivers setting up their first contract.
How do I post a job as a business?
Sign up as a business, complete onboarding, pick a plan and post your first job from the dashboard.
What licence do I need for HGV delivery work in the UK?
HGV Class 2 (Cat C) covers rigid lorries up to 32 tonnes; Class 1 (Cat C+E) covers articulated trucks above that. Both require a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) and a valid Driver Qualification Card. Specific job requirements vary - see HGV driver jobs for currently open roles.
Do I need hire-and-reward insurance for Amazon Flex or Uber Eats?
Yes. Standard car or van insurance does not cover carrying goods for payment - you need hire-and-reward cover as a minimum, and goods-in-transit cover for valuable parcels. Our Insurance page lists UK providers that specialise in courier and delivery driver policies.
What is the best way to rent a van for courier work?
Most UK rental companies offer daily, weekly or monthly van hire. For courier work you usually want short or long-wheelbase vans with hire-and-reward cover included or available as an add-on. Check our Van Hire page for vetted UK providers compared side by side.
Do delivery drivers really need a fuel card?
For full-time drivers, yes - fuel cards save per litre on diesel and replace fuel receipts with HMRC-compliant weekly or monthly invoices. Useful for both employed drivers reclaiming costs and self-employed couriers tracking expenses. Our Fuel Cards page lists the main UK options.
Do I need to file a tax return as a self-employed delivery driver?
If you earn over £1,000 from self-employed work in a UK tax year, yes - you need to register with HMRC and file a Self Assessment by 31 January each year. Our Accounting page lists UK accountants and software set up for self-employed delivery drivers.
How do I find motorcycle delivery jobs near me?
Use the map view on our browse page to see open motorcycle roles plotted near your postcode, or go straight to motorcycle delivery jobs for a national list. Most are urban same-day, food delivery or document courier work.
Can I work as a self-employed delivery driver in the UK?
Yes - many delivery roles are offered as self-employed contracts, sometimes called owner-driver work. You need to register with HMRC for Self Assessment, arrange hire-and-reward insurance, and handle your own tax and National Insurance. Our Accounting page lists firms that work with self-employed drivers.
What is the difference between PAYE and self-employed delivery driving?
PAYE drivers are employees - tax and National Insurance are deducted at source, you get holiday pay, and the employer usually provides the vehicle. Self-employed drivers invoice their work, handle their own tax, and typically provide their own van. Different pay structures, different paperwork. Our Accounting page covers the self-employed side.
Are there bicycle courier jobs in UK cities?
Yes - bicycle courier work is most common in central London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Bristol and Glasgow, mainly food delivery platforms and dedicated cycle courier firms. See bicycle courier jobs for currently open roles.
How is multi-drop delivery different from same-day courier work?
Multi-drop drivers run a fixed route delivering many small parcels per shift, usually for big parcel networks. Same-day couriers run one-off urgent jobs paid per drop, often time-critical. Different rhythms, different pay structures. Browse multi-drop jobs or courier jobs to compare currently open roles.