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Rapier Employment; Hemington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapier Employment is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for a busy logistics operation in Castle Donington. You can choose day or night shifts, with at least one weekend day in every pattern. Roles involve cage deliveries, tail lifts, and some physical work on site.

You will deliver to RDCs and retail stores across the region, perform vehicle checks, and ensure all duties comply with hours and transport rules. Competitive hourly rates apply.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence required.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card required.
• Minimum 3 months of commercial driving experience.

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

HGV driving

Safety-conscious

Vehicle checks

Job description

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

• £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

NIGHTS

• £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

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

To join us as an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will need:

• A valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
• 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