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: Days: Monday to Friday Nights: Sunday to Thursday 4 on, 4 off shifts also availableStart Times Day Shifts Between 02:00 and 07:00 Earlier starts may occasionally be required to meet customer delivery schedules, including deliveries into Southampton from 05:00.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