Job Description:

HGV Class 1 Driver (C+E)
Locations: Erith & Dartford
Ongoing Work | Immediate Starts Available
Excellent Pay Rates – Up to £53.22 per hour | All Breaks Paid

Rapier Employment are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers (C+E) to join a leading high-street supermarket distribution operation based in Erith and Dartford. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing, well-paid work with a nationally recognised logistics brand, offering consistent shifts and long-term stability.

Pay & Benefits

• Days: £17.00 per hour
• Mid Shift / Backs: £17.75 per hour
• Nights: £19.93 per hour
• Overtime: Up to £26.63 per hour
• Bank Holidays: £34.00 – £46.56 per hour
• Enhanced rates after 12 weeks – up to £53.22 per hour
• All breaks fully paid
• Weekly pay
• Pension scheme & holiday pay
• Secure on-site parking
• Mortgage references available
• Temp-to-perm opportunities

The Role

• Delivering chilled and ambient goods to a major supermarket store network
• Operating from modern, well-maintained vehicles
• Minimal manual handling – primarily trunking and store deliveries
• Working within a 24/7 operation with flexible shift options

Shift Patterns & Hours

• Preferred pattern: Friday to Monday (4 shifts)
• Optional 5th shift available
• Flexible shifts across a 7-day operation

Start Times:

• AM: 03:00 – 08:00
• PM: 17:00 – 02:00

Shift Length:

• Typically 9–15 hours

Pay Structure Example
Pay is calculated based on hours worked within each rate band.
Example shift:
10:00 – 23:00 (13 hours)

• 4 hours at Day rate
• 8 hours at Back rate
• 1 hour at Night rate

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Valid CPC (DQC) and Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 6 months Class 1 driving experience
• No more than 6 penalty points (no DR, DD, CD or IN endorsements)
• Right to work in the UK
• Professional, reliable, and positive attitude

Assessment Required:

• Theory test
• Yard manoeuvre
• On-road driving assessment

Why Apply?
This is a high-paying, secure driving role with one of the UK’s most trusted retail logistics operations. With paid breaks, rising pay rates, and consistent hours, it’s ideal for drivers looking for long-term, reliable work with excellent earning potential.
Apply now to secure your place – immediate starts available.