Class 1 driver

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driver

Location: Stanford-le-Hope, SS17

Ongoing Work | Immediate Starts | Temp-to-Perm Opportunities

Newly Qualified Drivers Welcome!

Looking for reliable, long-term HGV Class 1 work with competitive rates of pay, regular hours, and genuine opportunities to secure a permanent position?

Rapier Employment is recruiting HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Drivers for a leading logistics operation based in Stanford-le-Hope. Whether you're an experienced driver or newly qualified, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established transport operation offering ongoing work, structured shift patterns, and excellent earning potential.

Pay Rates

£19.54 per hour

£24.43 per hour overtime (after 48 hours worked per week)

Weekly PAYE pay

Holiday pay accrued separately

Shift Patterns

Choose from a variety of regular shift patterns:

Nights: Sunday to Thursday

4 on, 4 off shifts also availableStart Times

Night Shifts

Between 16:00 and 21:00Average shift lengths are 12–15 hours.

The Role

You'll be responsible for completing RDC pallet deliveries across the South East, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on time.

Working with a modern fleet, you'll play an important role in keeping the supply chain moving while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

Your Responsibilities

Completing RDC pallet deliveries across the South East

Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks

Maintaining accurate delivery paperwork

Ensuring compliance with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations

Delivering a professional and reliable service to customers

Following all company health and safety procedures

Assessment & Induction

Before starting, all successful applicants will complete:

Drug and alcohol screening

Theory assessment

Practical driving assessmentFollowing a successful assessment, you'll attend a full site induction before starting your role.

What We're Looking For

Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence

Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card

Digital Tachograph Card

Maximum of 6 penalty points

No DR, CD or IN endorsements

A reliable, professional, and safety-focused attitude

Good understanding of Drivers' Hours, Working Time Regulations, and road transport legislation

Why Join Rapier Employment?

Ongoing, full-time work

Newly qualified drivers encouraged to apply

Competitive hourly rates with overtime available

Weekly PAYE pay

Regular overtime opportunities to maximise your earnings

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Workplace pension

28 days paid holiday

Secure onsite parking

Onsite canteen facilities

Employment and mortgage references available

Full training, induction, and ongoing support

Dedicated transport team committed to supporting our drivers

Apply Today

If you're looking for consistent HGV Class 1 work with excellent rates of pay, regular shifts, and long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're an experienced driver or have recently gained your Class 1 licence, apply today and take the next step in your

driving career with Rapier Employment