Class 1 driver

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers

Locations: Erith & Dartford

All Breaks Paid | Enhanced Weekend Rates | Ongoing Work | Immediate Starts

Looking for one of the best-paid HGV Class 1 driving roles in the area?

Rapier Employment is recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Drivers to join one of the UK's leading supermarket distribution operations based in Erith and Dartford.

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing, full-time work with a nationally recognised logistics provider, offering excellent rates of pay, fully paid breaks, modern vehicles, and long-term opportunities.

Immediate starts available. Your driving assessment is completed as part of your first shift, meaning you'll be paid while you demonstrate your skills.

Pay & Benefits

Days: £17.00 per hour

Mid Shifts/Back Shifts: £17.75 per hour

Nights: £19.93 per hour

Overtime: Up to £26.63 per hour

All breaks fully paid

Pay rates increase after 12 weeks

Weekly pay

Holiday pay and workplace pension

Secure onsite parking

Employment and mortgage references available

The Role

You'll be delivering chilled and ambient products to stores using modern, well-maintained HGV Class 1 vehicles. The work includes a mixture of store deliveries and trunking, with minimal manual handling.

This is a busy, fast-paced distribution operation offering regular work and consistent shifts throughout the year.

Your Responsibilities

Completing store deliveries and trunking work

Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks

Completing delivery paperwork accurately

Operating safely and professionally at all times

Working within a busy 24/7 logistics operation

Delivering excellent customer service at every delivery point

Shift Information

Flexible shifts are available across a 7-day operation, including weekend work.

Start Times

AM Shifts: 03:00 – 08:00

PM Shifts: 17:00 – 02:00Shift Length

Typically 9–15 hours

What We're Looking For

To be considered, 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)

Right to work in the UK

A professional, reliable, and safety-focused attitude

Why Join Rapier Employment?

All breaks fully paid

Enhanced weekend rates

Ongoing, full-time work with one of the UK's leading supermarket logistics operations

Immediate starts available

Paid assessment on your first shift

Weekly pay

Holiday pay and workplace pension

Modern fleet and excellent working environment

Secure onsite parking

Friendly, dedicated driver support team

Long-term opportunities with a nationally recognised employer

Apply Today

If you're an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for consistent work, outstanding rates of pay, and long-term opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start earning with Rapier Employment. With immediate starts available, you could be on the road the same day