HGV Class 1 Driver – Weekend Shifts, Long‑Term Role

Rapier Employment Limited; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapier Employment Limited is seeking an HGV Class 1 driver for a busy Wakefield-based client. This long-term role requires night or day shifts, with weekend work common and rate increases after week 12 and 27.

You will deliver to RDCs and stores, unload with tail lift and cages, perform vehicle checks, and adhere to safety protocols. Digital Tachograph Card and CPC qualification are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold HGV C+E licence for at least 6 months.
• No DR10, CD10, IN10; maximum 6 points.
• Digital Tachograph Card and CPC qualification required.
• Manual handling of cages and tail lift duties.
• Weekend shifts are included in the pattern.

Responsibilities

• Delivering to RDCs and stores.
• Unloading at stores using tail lift and cages.
• Vehicle checks and basic daily paperwork.

Skills

Tail lift handling

Vehicle checks

Weekend availability

Safety conscious

Education

HGV C+E licence (held 6+ months)

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card

CPC qualification

Job description

Rapier Employment Limited is seeking an HGV Class 1 driver for a busy Wakefield-based client. This long-term role requires night or day shifts, with weekend work common and rate increases after week 12 and 27.

You will deliver to RDCs and stores, unload with tail lift and cages, perform vehicle checks, and adhere to safety protocols. Digital Tachograph Card and CPC qualification are required.