Class 1 Driver

Rapier; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly or monthly pay

£20 attendance bonus

Company pension

Holiday pay

Onsite parking

Job summary

Rapier Employment is recruiting HGV Class 1 drivers on behalf of a leading blue-chip logistics provider based in Allington. This is ongoing, long-term work with reliable hours, modern vehicles and excellent earning potential.

The role offers £19.05 per hour (04:00–16:00) with overtime at £25.34 per hour, plus a £20 weekly attendance bonus, weekly or monthly pay options, a company pension and holidays. Immediate starts after assessment are available.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence required.
• Driver CPC Qualification Card (DQC) and Tachograph card.
• Minimum 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience.
• No more than 6 penalty points on licence.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGV Class 1 (C+E) curtain-sided vehicles.
• Complete scheduled deliveries and collections.
• Secure loads with straps where required.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks.
• Ensure deliveries and collections are on time and safe.
• Complete transport documentation accurately.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Good communication

Safety conscious

Job description

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers

Location: Allington

Ongoing Work | Immediate Starts | Long-Term Opportunities

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Driver looking for reliable, long-term work with excellent rates of pay and the opportunity to secure a permanent position? Rapier Employment is recruiting HGV Class 1 Drivers on behalf of a leading blue-chip logistics provider based in Allington. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established operation offering consistent hours, modern vehicles, and outstanding earning potential.

Pay & Benefits

• £19.05 per hour (04:00 – 16:00)
• Overtime after 42.5 hours: £25.34 per hour
• £20 weekly attendance bonus
• PAYE with holiday pay accrued separately
• Weekly or monthly pay options
• Company pension scheme
• Employment and mortgage references available
• Immediate starts following a successful assessment

Shift Information

• Monday to Friday
• Start times between 04:00 and 06:00
• Average 12-hour shifts
• Minimum 8 hours' guaranteed pay per shift
• Ongoing, full-time work with consistent hours
• Two days of paid training before your first shift

The Role

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll be working on a well-established logistics contract, operating modern curtain-sided vehicles and delivering a professional, reliable service to regular customers. This role involves a mixture of deliveries and collections, with some load securing and strapping required. You'll be working with planned routes and regular delivery points, allowing you to build familiarity with your workload.

Your Responsibilities

• Driving HGV Class 1 (C+E) curtain-sided vehicles
• Completing scheduled deliveries and collections
• Securing loads using straps where required
• Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks
• Ensuring all deliveries and collections are completed safely and on time
• Completing all relevant transport documentation accurately
• Providing a professional and courteous service to customers

What We're Looking For

• 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)
• The right to work in the UK
• A reliable, professional, and safety-focused attitude
• Good communication skills and a strong work ethic

Why Join Rapier Employment?

• Excellent hourly rates with enhanced evening pay
• £20 weekly attendance bonus
• Ongoing, full-time work with a leading logistics provider
• Genuine long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
• Two days of paid training
• Weekly or monthly pay options
• Holiday pay and workplace pension
• Secure onsite parking
• Dedicated driver support from our experienced transport team
• Work for an agency that values and supports its drivers