Class 1 driver

Rapier; Watford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed shifts

Weekly pay

Overtime rates

Holiday pay & pension

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Rapier Employment is recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) and Class 2 (C) Drivers for a leading retail logistics operation based in Hatfield. This role offers ongoing work with regular shift patterns, guaranteed shifts through December/January, and premium overtime.

You will deliver retail goods across North London, Essex and Kent with well-planned routes and minimal manual handling. Shifts and pay rates vary by time, with weekly/pay options available.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 or Class 2 licence (C+E or C).
• Valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Digital Tachograph Card.

Responsibilities

• Deliver retail goods from distribution centre to stores.
• Manage palletised loads with minimal manual handling.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report defects.
• Ensure deliveries are accurate and on schedule.
• Complete transport paperwork and stay compliant.
• Provide professional, friendly service at deliveries.

Skills

HGV licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph

Hours knowledge

Safety awareness

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

HGV Class 1 (C+E) and Class 2 (C) Driver

Location: Hatfield

Guaranteed shifts until December/January | Ongoing work | Immediate starts

Looking for consistent work with excellent rates of pay and guaranteed shifts through the busy peak period?

Rapier Employment is recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Drivers for a leading retail logistics operation based in Hatfield. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing work with regular shift patterns, premium overtime rates, and long-term opportunities.

Shift Patterns

Choose the rota that works best for you:

• Tuesday to Saturday
• Sunday to Thursday
• Thursday to Monday
• Friday to Tuesday

Start Times

• Day Shifts:04:00 06:00
• Late Shifts:12:00 17:00

Pay Rates

Standard Hours

• £20.44 per hour(04:00 13:00)
• £21.76 per hour(13:00 04:00)

Overtime (After 8 Hours)

• £30.65 per hour(04:00 13:00)
• £32.65 per hour(13:00 04:00)

The Role

As an HGV Class 1 or 2 Driver, you'll deliver retail goods from the distribution centre to stores across North London, Essex, and Kent. Routes are well planned and consist primarily of palletised loads, with minimal manual handling required.

Depending on operational requirements, you may occasionally be asked to complete a second run.

Your Responsibilities

• Completing store deliveries safely and efficiently
• Transporting predominantly palletised loads with minimal manual handling
• Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and reporting defects
• Ensuring deliveries are completed accurately and on schedule
• Completing all transport paperwork and maintaining legal compliance
• Providing a professional and friendly service at every delivery point

Average shift lengths are 812 hours, with consistent start times and ongoing work available throughout the peak period.

What We're Looking For

To be considered for this role, you'll need:

• A valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) or Class 2 (C) licence
• Valid Driver CPC qualification
• Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than 6 penalty points (no major endorsments)
• A good understanding of Drivers' Hours, the Working Time Directive, and transport legislation
• A professional, reliable, and customer-focused approach

Why Join Rapier Employment?

• Guaranteed shifts through December/January
• Competitive hourly rates with premium overtime after 8 hours
• Choice of fixed shift patterns
• Regular, ongoing work with a leading retail logistics provider
• Weekly pay, with monthly pay available if preferred
• Holiday pay and workplace pension
• Overtime opportunities to maximise your earnings
• Friendly, supportive transport team
• Long-term opportunities with a respected employer