HGV Driver Trainee Programme

Rapier; Barton-upon-Humber; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driver CPC training

Class 2 licence

Quarterly bonus

Job summary

Rapier is hiring for a Driver's Mate in Barton-Upon-Humber with early starts (4am–6am) and a clear path to a Class 2 licence. Start at £13.15 per hour, with progression to £16.75 per hour as a Class 2 Driver and optional permanent roles after a temp period.

Full training, including Driver CPC, is provided, plus hospitalisation of costs and a pension plan. Join a home delivery team that supports you every step of the way as you learn the road, improve safety, and drive as a licensed professional.

Qualifications

• A can-do attitude, great communication, and willingness to learn.
• Physically fit for a demanding, hands-on role.
• DBS check required before starting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with heavy lifting and delivering items to the room of choice.
• Make customer phone calls with delivery ETAs and log deliveries.
• Ensure all items are scanned and accounted for.
• Support the driver and learn the daily routine of a Class 2 role.
• Report any parking/access issues to the transport team.
• Maintain high standards of safety, timekeeping, and customer service.
• Shifts start between 4am and 6am.
• Expect up to 10 - 12-hour shifts (averaging 48 hours per week).

Skills

Can-do attitude

Communication skills

Physically fit

DBS check

Job description

HGV Driver trainee programme Start as a Driver's Mate Location: Barton-Upon-Humber £13.15 per hour | £32,822.40 - £37,609 (avg hours) Rising to £16.75 per hour I £41,808pa - £52,260pa OTE Temp-to-Perm | Full-Time | Early Starts (4am-6am)

Are you ready to kickstart a long-term driving career—but don't yet have your Class 2 licence? We've got the perfect opportunity for you.

We're looking for reliable, hardworking individuals to join our home delivery team as a Driver's Mate, with the opportunity to train and qualify as a Class 2 Driver. We'll support you every step of the way, from learning the ropes on the road to becoming a fully trained, licensed professional driver.

What's in it for you?

• Progression Path - Start as a Driver's Mate and progress to a fully qualified Class 2 Driver with our support
• Full training provided - including funded Driver CPC and Class 2 licence
• Quarterly performance bonus - up to £375 (rising to £750 as a driver)
• Permanent opportunities after initial temp period
• 5 yearly medical costs covered
• Uniform, pension, discounts & more
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• £13.15ph as a drivers mate / £16.75ph as Class 2 Driver.

About the Role

• Assist with heavy, physical lifting and delivering items to the room of choice
• Make customer phone calls with delivery ETAs and log deliveries
• Ensure all items are scanned and accounted for
• Support the driver and learn the daily routine of a Class 2 role
• Report any parking/access issues to the transport team
• Maintain high standards of safety, timekeeping, and customer service
• Shifts start between 4am and 6am
• Expect up to 10 - 12-hour shifts (averaging 48 hours per week)

What You'll Need

• A can-do attitude, great communication, and willingness to learn
• Physically fit - this is a demanding, hands-on job
• Maximum of 6 points on your licence (no DD, CU80, or IN)
• A DBS check will be required before starting

Your Future You Starts Here

Contact Liam at Rapier Wakefield