Depending on your experience and the kind of goods you carry, your salary can range between £12,000 and £40,000 a year. Beginners earn £12,000 to £14,000. Experience LGV drivers earn £15,000 to £25,000 a year. If you have qualifications handling dangerous goods, you will be earning £35,000 to £40,000 a year. These figures are for a guidance only.