We specialise in the recruitment and placement of temporary and permanent drivers of all classes and specialist construction and M&E workers, from labourers to blue and white-collar roles. Additionally our Professional division recruits for the healthcare and criminal justice fields.
Our founder, Danny Skipper
Danny served in Afghanistan for the British Army, something we’re very proud to share.
Danny then spent 14 years as a fully qualified HGV driver, and to this day he regularly steps in to get his hands dirty!
With a wealth of experience within transport & logistics operations, Danny established, developed, and successfully operates Skipper Recruit having overseen recent expansion to incorporate a new Construction and M/E division.
Supporting veterans into work
We are proud to hold a Silver Award in the Armed Forces Covenant, Employer Recognition Scheme
for our contribution to employing and supporting ex-members of the armed forces.
“Once a squaddie, always a squaddie. I will always help my serving and veteran brothers and sisters when they are in need of work”
– Danny Skipper
How we work
Comprehensive candidate database
Well organised and kept up to date, with candidates information, skills and availability.
Candidate booking system
You’ll be able to see candidate interviews booked in at a glance, we’ll keep you up to date.
Eligibility criteria pre-screening
Our systems screen out candidates automatically who aren’t holding the qualifications you require.
Fast SMS communications
Our two-way SMS communications with our candidates speed up the process of getting you connected.
Compliance and Right to Work checks
We store and keep our candidates compliance and right to work checks up to date, with regular check-ins.
Electronic time sheets
Clearly explained electronic time sheets plus automatic cost calculations using pre-defined rates and rules.
Meet the team
Danny Skipper
Founder & Managing Director
Danny has held his class 1 licence for 15 years and has a wealth of experience in both the haulage and recruitment industries.
Danny enjoys playing for and managing his local football team, as well as motorcycling in his spare time.
Charlie Skipper
Operations Manager
Charlie has 7 years in recruitment specialising in the logistics sector. For the last 2 years, he has been a divisional manager overseeing multiple desks in various locations. He is very Passionate about the industry and prides himself on delivering excellent service to his clients and candidates
Charlie enjoys all sports and music. Everything he works hard for is for his 3-year-old boy.
Josh Woodbridge
Recruitment Consultant
Josh, an ex-serviceman, joined the Skipper Recruit driving division having previously worked as a service advisor for Ford and Slater. So although relatively new to driver recruitment, Josh has an excellent knowledge of the broader industry. Outside of work, Josh is obsessive about all things automotive, when he’s not working on restoration projects he’s glued to the motorsport! Josh is also our resident photographer and videographer.
Ryan Oliver
Senior Consultant
Ryan has 2 years of experience in the Construction/M&E world of recruitment and has had success in management roles in a number of customer-facing roles across various industries.
Ryan also enjoys playing, coaching, and watching football in his spare time. He’s quite handy on the pool table too!