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Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ 17 - 53.22 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Belvedere

Expire in: 16 days

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

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