Class 1 Driver

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers

Location: Allington

Ongoing Work | Immediate Starts | Long-Term Opportunities

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Driver looking for reliable, long-term work with excellent rates of pay and the opportunity to secure a permanent position?
Rapier Employment is recruiting HGV Class 1 Drivers on behalf of a leading blue-chip logistics provider based in Allington. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established operation offering consistent hours, modern vehicles, and outstanding earning potential.

Pay & Benefits

£19.05 per hour (04:00 – 16:00)
Overtime after 42.5 hours: £25.34 per hour
£20 weekly attendance bonus
PAYE with holiday pay accrued separately
Weekly or monthly pay options
Company pension scheme
Employment and mortgage references available
Immediate starts following a successful assessmentShift Information

Monday to Friday
Start times between 04:00 and 06:00
Average 12-hour shifts
Minimum 8 hours' guaranteed pay per shift
Ongoing, full-time work with consistent hours
Two days of paid training before your first shift
The Role
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll be working on a well-established logistics contract, operating modern curtain-sided vehicles and delivering a professional, reliable service to regular customers.
This role involves a mixture of deliveries and collections, with some load securing and strapping required. You'll be working with planned routes and regular delivery points, allowing you to build familiarity with your workload.

Your Responsibilities

Driving HGV Class 1 (C+E) curtain-sided vehicles
Completing scheduled deliveries and collections
Securing loads using straps where required
Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks
Ensuring all deliveries and collections are completed safely and on time
Completing all relevant transport documentation accurately
Providing a professional and courteous service to customers
What We're Looking For
To be considered for this role, you'll need:

A valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence
Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card (DQC)
Digital Tachograph Card
A minimum of 6 months' HGV Class 1 driving experience
No more than 6 penalty points (no DR, DD, CD or IN endorsements)
The right to work in the UK
A reliable, professional, and safety-focused attitude
Good communication skills and a strong work ethic
Why Join Rapier Employment?

Excellent hourly rates with enhanced evening pay
£20 weekly attendance bonus
Ongoing, full-time work with a leading logistics provider
Genuine long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
Two days of paid training
Weekly or monthly pay options
Holiday pay and workplace pension
Secure onsite parking
Dedicated driver support from our experienced transport team
Work for an agency that values and supports its drivers
Apply Today
If you're an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for stable, well-paid work with a respected logistics operation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and you could be on the road within days
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed