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Rapier Employment • DA17 6JY

Class 1 driver

About this role

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

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Days

£17.00 per hour

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Mid Shift / Backs

£17.75 per hour

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Nights

£19.93 per hour

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Overtime

Up to £26.63 per hour

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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

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Preferred pattern

Friday to Monday (4 shifts)

  • Optional 5th shift available
  • Flexible shifts across a 7-day operation

Start Times

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AM

03:00 – 08:00

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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.