Full time

Class 1 driver

Rapier Employment

Belvedere, DA17 5AU

£20 - £53.22 per hour, Benefits: Increasing rates, ongoing work

Posted: 26 June 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 26 July 2026

Ref: 60271273

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About the Role

Rapier Employment seeks a full-time Class 1 driver for a supermarket distribution operation based in Belvedere. This role involves trunking and store deliveries using modern vehicles, with shifts covering days, nights, and backs. Pay ranges from £20.00 to £53.22 per hour, with all breaks paid and enhanced weekend rates. Candidates must hold a valid HGV Class 1 (C E) licence, with recent experience in supermarket or similar logistics. Immediate starts are available following assessment, with weekly pay and temp-to-permanent opportunities on offer. The position provides consistent, ongoing work for a skilled driver.

HGV Class 1 Driver (C E) | Ongoing Work | Immediate Starts

Locations: Erith & Dartford

Earn up to £53.22 per hour
All Breaks Paid
Enhanced weekend rates!
Ongoing Work | Weekly Pay | Temp to Perm Opportunities
Rapier Employment are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C E) Drivers to join one of the UK's leading supermarket distribution operations based in Erith and Dartford.
This is an excellent opportunity to secure ongoing, full-time work with a nationally recognised logistics provider, offering excellent pay rates, paid breaks, modern vehicles and long-term career opportunities.

Immediate starts available following assessment.

Pay & Benefits

Days: £20.00 per hour
Mid Shift / Backs: £20.75 per hour
Nights: £22.93 per hour
Overtime: Up to £26.63 per hour
Enhanced rates after 12 weeks – up to £53.22 per hour
All breaks fully paid
Weekly pay
Holiday pay & pension scheme
Secure on-site parking
Mortgage references available
Temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidates

The Role
You'll be delivering chilled and ambient products to a major UK supermarket network using modern, well-maintained Class 1 vehicles.
Duties include:

Store deliveries and trunking work
Operating safely and professionally at all times
Completing vehicle checks and delivery paperwork
Working within a busy 24/7 distribution operation
Minimal manual handling

Shift Information
Flexible shifts available across a 7-day operation (including weekends).

Start Times

AM: 03:00 – 08:00
PM: 17:00 – 02:00

Shift Length

Typically 9–15 hours

What We're Looking For

Valid HGV Class 1 (C E) Licence
Valid Driver CPC (DQC)
Digital Tachograph Card
Minimum 6 months' Class 1 driving experience
Maximum of 6 penalty points (no DR, DD, CD or IN endorsements)
Right to work in the UK
Professional, reliable and safety-focused attitude

Assessment Process
Before starting, you'll complete:

Theory test
Yard manoeuvre assessment
On-road driving assessment

Why Join Rapier?
This is a fantastic opportunity for professional Class 1 Drivers looking for consistent work, excellent rates of pay and long-term stability. With paid breaks, premium weekend rates, ongoing shifts and the opportunity to secure a permanent position, this is one of the best HGV driving opportunities in the area.

Apply today to secure your assessment and start earning with Rapier Employment. Immediate starts available.

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