Effective Date: 01st August 2025

1. Introduction

DriverJobs.co.uk (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, store, and protect your information when you use our platform to either apply for driving jobs or advertise vacancies.

2. Who This Policy Applies To

This Privacy Policy applies to:

Applicants/Candidates using our website to search and apply for driving jobs
Employers/Recruiters using our platform to advertise jobs or access driver profiles

3. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following data from candidates:

Full name
Phone number
Email address
Driving licence type, number, and driving licence share code (to verify your record with the DVLA)
Work history and qualifications
Right to work documentation
Job preferences (e.g., location, availability, shift type)
Any other information included in your CV or application

From employers, we may collect:

Company name and contact details
User login credentials
Billing and payment information
Job advertisement content and preferences

4. How We Use Your Data

We use the data we collect for the following purposes:

For Candidates:

To match you with suitable job vacancies
To share your profile with selected employers using our platform
To contact you regarding job opportunities
To verify your identity and qualifications
To comply with legal or regulatory requirements

For Employers:

To allow you to post job advertisements
To match your job adverts with suitable candidates
To communicate with you about your account and activity
For billing and service management

5. Sharing Your Data

With Employers (For Candidates):

We share candidate data with verified employers and recruiters who are actively using our platform to recruit drivers. These employers may contact you directly or view your profile when evaluating your suitability for a vacancy.

We may sell your data to third parties or employers for recruitment purposes. When your data is sold, it will be subject to the buyer’s privacy policy, and we encourage you to review those policies directly.

With Candidates (For Employers):

We may share employer data such as job descriptions, company names, and contact details with registered drivers and applicants using our service.

Note: We may receive a fee or commission from employers when your data is shared, accessed, or results in a successful job placement. This helps us keep our platform free for candidates.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary, including:

Candidates: Up to 12 months from your last activity (e.g., login, application, communication)
If placed in a role: Up to 6 years to comply with legal/audit obligations
Employers: While your account remains active and as required for legal, tax, or audit purposes

You may request deletion at any time (see section 9).

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

Encrypted data storage and secure servers
HTTPS encryption during transmission
Role-based access controls
Regular system audits and staff training

8. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

Your consent (e.g., to match you with jobs or to share with recruiters)
To fulfil a contract with you (e.g., service delivery)
For our legitimate interests (e.g., improving service, fraud prevention)
To comply with legal obligations You may withdraw your consent at any time.

9. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Correct any inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal data
Object to certain types of data processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Data portability (in certain circumstances)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at:

Email: info@driverjobs.co.uk

10. What Happens If You Request Deletion?

Once your identity is verified, we will:

Erase your profile and associated data from our systems
Notify you within 30 days of completion
Retain only what is legally required

11. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies for site performance and analytics. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. See our [Cookie Policy] for more.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. The most current version will always be available on our website.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, contact our Data Protection Officer:

Info@DriverJobs.co.uk

18 Longwood Road, Trafford Park, Manchester M17 1PZ