Class 1 driver

Rapier Employment Limited; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapier Employment Limited in Hatfield is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our growing retail delivery operation. You will deliver from the distribution centre to stores across North London, Essex and Kent.

Average shifts are 8–12 hours with regular start times and ongoing work. You must hold a CE licence, Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card, plus at least 1 year of Class 1 driving experience.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 licence is required.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card are required.
• At least 1 year of Class 1 driving experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver retail goods from the distribution centre to stores.
• Transport palletised loads with minimal manual handling.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects.
• Ensure deliveries are accurate and on time.
• Complete delivery paperwork and comply with transport regulations.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Driving

Store deliveries

Education

HGV Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

We're looking for experienced and reliable HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our growing retail delivery operation based in Hatfield.

If you're a professional driver who takes pride in delivering excellent service and wants consistent work with competitive pay, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll be responsible for delivering retail goods from the distribution centre to stores across North London, Essex and Kent.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Completing store deliveries safely and efficiently.
• Transporting predominantly palletised loads with minimal manual handling.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
• Ensuring all deliveries are completed accurately and on time.
• Completing delivery paperwork and maintaining compliance with transport regulations.

Average shift lengths are 8–12 hours, depending on your route, with regular start times and ongoing work available.

Requirements

To be considered, you'll need:

• A valid HGV Class 1 (Category CE) licence.
• A valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• At least 1 year's Class 1 driving experience.