HGV1 Driver

Rapier; Hemington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Overtime pay

Weekend premiums

Job summary

Rapier Employment is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join a well-established logistics operation in Castle Donington. You will deliver to RDCs and retail stores, with day and night shifts available and weekend work required.

The role involves cage deliveries, tail lifts, and some physical work, with a focus on safety and efficiency; relevant licences and CPC are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Driver CPC qualification is required.
• Digital Tachograph Card is mandatory.
• Minimum of 3 months commercial driving experience for insurance.

Responsibilities

• Complete deliveries to RDCs and retail stores.
• Unload store deliveries using cages and tail lifts.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Ensure deliveries are completed safely and efficiently.
• Maintain compliance with drivers' hours and transport legislation.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

3 months driving experience

Professional attitude

Job description

HGV 1 Driver - Castle Donington

Ongoing Work | Flexible Shifts

Rapier Employment is currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join a well-established logistics operation in Castle Donington.

With both day and night shifts available, you can choose a start time that works around your availability. All shift patterns include at least one weekend day.

Excellent Rates of Pay

DAYS

Start times between 04:00 and 09:00

• £19.51 per hour PAYE
• £29.26 per hour PAYE OT
• £21.86 per hour including holiday pay
• £32.79 per hour OT including holiday pay
• Saturday - £21.84 per hour / £24.57 including holiday
• Sunday - £22.88 per hour / £25.64 including holiday

NIGHTS

Start times between 15:00 and 21:00

• £21.82 per hour PAYE
• £32.73 per hour PAYE OT
• £24.57 per hour including holiday pay
• £36.68 per hour OT including holiday pay
• Saturday - £24.15 per hour / £27.06 including holiday
• Sunday - £25.19 per hour / £28.23 including holiday

Overtime paid after 43.75 hours worked per week.

The Role

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll be responsible for delivering goods to RDCs and retail stores across the region.

This is a hands-on driving role involving cage deliveries, tail lifts and some physical work, making it ideal for drivers who enjoy staying active while on the road.

Key Responsibilities

• Completing deliveries to RDCs and retail stores
• Unloading store deliveries using cages and tail lifts
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
• Ensuring all deliveries are completed safely and efficiently
• Maintaining compliance with drivers' hours and transport legislation

What We're Looking For

• A valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
• A valid Driver CPC qualification
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• A minimum of 3 months' commercial driving experience - required for insurance purposes
• A positive, reliable and professional attitude

Licence Criteria

• No DR10, CD10 or IN10 endorsements
• No more than 6 penalty points