Class 1 driver
Job in
Belvedere, Bexley, Greater London, DA15, England, UK
Listed on 2026-07-09
Listing for:
Rapier
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-09
Job specializations:
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Transportation
Driver, Delivery
Job Description & How to Apply Below
HGV Class 1 Driver (C+E)
Locations:
Erith & Dartford
Ongoing Work | Immediate Starts Available
Excellent Pay Rates – Up to £53.22 per hour | All Breaks Paid
Rapier Employment are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers (C+E) to join a leading high-street supermarket distribution operation based in Erith and Dartford. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing, well-paid work with a nationally recognised logistics brand, offering consistent shifts and long-term stability.
Pay & Benefits
Days: £17.00 per hour
Mid Shift / Backs: £17.75 per hour
Nights: £19.93 per hour
Overtime:
Up to £26.63 per hour
Bank Holidays: £34.00 – £46.56 per hour
Enhanced rates after 12 weeks – up to £53.22 per hour
All breaks fully paid
Weekly pay
Pension scheme & holiday pay
Secure on-site parking
Mortgage references available
Temp-to-perm opportunities
The Role
Delivering chilled and ambient goods to a major supermarket store network
Operating from modern, well-maintained vehicles
Minimal manual handling – primarily trunking and store deliveries
Working within a 24/7 operation with flexible shift options
Shift Patterns & Hours
Preferred pattern:
Friday to Monday (4 shifts)
Optional 5th shift available
Flexible shifts across a 7-day operation
Start Times:
AM: 03:00 – 08:00
PM: 17:00 – 02:00
Shift Length:
Typically 9–15 hours
Pay Structure Example
Pay is calculated based on hours worked within each rate band.
Example shift:
10:00 – 23:00 (13 hours)
4 hours at Day rate
8 hours at Back rate
1 hour at Night rate
Requirements
Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
Valid CPC (DQC) and Digital Tachograph Card
Minimum 6 months Class 1 driving experience
No more than 6 penalty points (no DR, DD, CD or IN endorsements)
Right to work in the UK
Professional, reliable, and positive attitude
Assessment
Required:
Theory test
Yard manoeuvre
On-road driving assessment
Why Apply?
This is a high-paying, secure driving role with one of the UK’s most trusted retail logistics operations. With paid breaks, rising pay rates, and consistent hours, it’s ideal for drivers looking for long-term, reliable work with excellent earning potential.
Apply now to secure your place – immediate starts available
Additional Information / Benefits
Increasing rates, ongoing work
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