Is SGM Drivers a member of the REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation)?

Yes. SGM Drivers is a member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), the UK's leading recruitment industry body. REC membership requires adherence to a strict Code of Professional Practice, ensuring ethical and legally compliant recruitment.

How does SGM Drivers comply with UK GDPR?

SGM Drivers processes personal data in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. All candidate and client data is stored securely, retained only as long as necessary and never sold to third parties. A full Privacy Policy is available at sgmrecruitment.co.uk/privacy-policy.html.

Does SGM Drivers have a Modern Slavery Act statement?

Yes. SGM Drivers is committed to the principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. All workers are engaged on PAYE or properly contracted terms, with full right-to-work checks carried out. We have zero tolerance for any form of forced labour or exploitation.

Corporate Membership & Ethical Recruitment Standards | SGM Drivers

Industry Affiliations

Our Professional Memberships & Certifications

REC Corporate Member

Recruitment & Employment Confederation – UK's leading recruitment industry body

UK GDPR Compliant

Full compliance with UK General Data Protection Regulation and ICO registration

JAUPT Accredited

Joint Approvals Unit for Periodic Training – accredited CPC training provider

Insurance Backed

Professional indemnity, public liability and employer's liability insurance in force

Our Commitments

Corporate Standards & Ethical Practices

Ethical Recruitment Practices

REC Code of Professional Practice adherence
Transparent fee structures for all clients
No illegal charging of workers for placements
Fair and honest job advertising
Clear contractual terms for all assignments

Anti-Modern Slavery Policy

Modern Slavery Act 2015 compliance
Annual modern slavery statement published
Supply chain due diligence procedures
Staff training on identifying exploitation
Whistleblowing policy in place

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equality Act 2010 compliance
Zero tolerance for discrimination
Diversity and inclusion policy
Disability confident employer
Gender pay gap monitoring

Transparent Pay Structure

National Living Wage compliance
AWR (Agency Workers Regulations) adherence
Holiday pay correctly accrued and paid
Itemised payslips for all workers
Pension auto-enrolment in place

Right to Work Verification

UK Home Office compliant RTW checks
Online share codes for EU nationals
Document verification and retention
Follow-up checks for time-limited visas
Fully auditable RTW records

Driver Compliance Standards

DVLA licence validation for all drivers
Driver CPC card verification
Digital tachograph card check
Medical fitness (Group 2 DVLA standard)
DBS criminal record checks

Corporate Membership & Industry Partnerships