Rapier Employment

Class 1 driver

Belvedere DA17 6JY

Key information

Pay
£20 to £53.22 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Contract
Posted date
30 May 2026
Closing date
1 Oct 2026

About this role

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers

Locations

Erith & Dartford

Earn up to £53.22 per hour

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

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Days

£20.00 per hour

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Mid Shifts/Back Shifts

£20.75 per hour

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Nights

£22.93 per hour

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Overtime

Up to £26.63 per hour

  • Premium weekend rates – earn up to £53.22 per hour
  • All breaks fully paid
  • 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 ASDA 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

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AM Shifts

03:00 – 08:00

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PM Shifts

17:00 – 02:00

Shift 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?

  • Earn up to £53.22 per hour
  • 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!