Class 1 Drivers

Job Overview

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. We are currently recruiting up to three experienced HGV Class 1 drivers to support a busy logistics operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for reliable and professional drivers looking for consistent work with competitive pay and varied routes.

• Store deliveries, collections, and trunking using primarily double‑deck box trailers (no curtain siders).
• Manual handling including tipping trailers, moving stock, and salvage returns.
• Typical shift lengths of 10–13 hours, aiming to average out the week.
• Minimum payable hours of 8 hours per shift (unpaid breaks).
• Up to three store deliveries or collections per day.
• Trunking routes to Leicester and Carlisle.
• Over 40 different routes daily.

• Day 06:00–16:00 – £17.18 per hour.
• Noon 16:00–22:00 – £18.90 per hour.
• Night 22:00–06:00 – £20.62 per hour.

• Valid HGV Class 1 licence, CPC, and Digital Tacho.
• Minimum 2 years of experience (preferred due to tight store access and narrow roads).
• New drivers considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
• Assessment required (unpaid).

• Assessment conducted on double‑deck trailers.
• 3‑day induction for drivers with previous DHL experience.
• 5‑day induction for new drivers.

• Fleet: 56 Volvo, 13 Mercedes.
• Trailer type:
  Box trailers with tail‑lift.
• PPE:
  Standard issue; gloves and bump hats provided if needed.

• Average 48‑hour week over a 17‑week period.
• Overtime paid on 6th shift or weekends.
• Up to three store deliveries or collections per day.

For further information on the role please contact Hoz or Andy on 01227 80081. (Option 3)

Rapier Employment has been established in the UK for over 30 years, specialising in permanent workers in the driving, commercial, production and logistics sector.

Location:

Stoke‑On‑Trent, England, United Kingdom.

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