HGV1 Driver

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Hemington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapier Employment seeks an HGV Class 1 Driver for ongoing full-time logistics work in Castle Donington. Roles include trunking or delivery duties with day or night shifts and weekend days. Valid HGV Class 1 license, CPC, and tachograph card required; minimum 3 months driving experience.

Weekends included; pay varies by shift and overtime rates. You will join a well-established operation, delivering to RDCs and retail stores across the region.

Qualifications

• 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

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

Skills

Flexible scheduling

Reliable attitude

Weekend availability

Education

3 months' commercial driving experience

Tools

HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence

Driver CPC qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Rapier Employment seeks an HGV1 Driver for ongoing, full-time logistics work in Castle Donington. This position offers flexible scheduling with day or night shifts, plus a choice of start times to fit your routine; note that every pattern includes at least one weekend day. You will handle trunking or delivery duties within a well-established operation, requiring a valid Class 1 licence and solid experience. Pay ranges from £19.51 to £28.23 per hour depending on shift, with enhanced rates for overtime and weekend work. This role suits drivers wanting consistent hours and control over your calendar.

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