Location: Stanford-le-Hope, SS17
Ongoing Work | Immediate Starts | Temp-to-Perm Opportunities
Newly Qualified Drivers Welcome!
Looking for reliable, long-term HGV Class 1 work with competitive rates of pay, regular hours, and genuine opportunities to secure a permanent position?
Rapier Employment is recruiting HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Drivers for a leading logistics operation based in Stanford-le-Hope. Whether you're an experienced driver or newly qualified, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established transport operation offering ongoing work, structured shift patterns, and excellent earning potential.
Pay Rates
£19.54 per hour
£24.43 per hour overtime (after 48 hours worked per week)
Weekly PAYE pay
Holiday pay accrued separately
Shift Patterns
Choose from a variety of regular shift patterns:
Days: Monday to Friday
Nights: Sunday to Thursday
4 on, 4 off shifts also availableStart Times
Day Shifts
Between 02:00 and 07:00
Earlier starts may occasionally be required to meet customer delivery schedules, including deliveries into Southampton from 05:00.Night Shifts
Between 16:00 and 21:00Average shift lengths are 12–15 hours.
The Role
You'll be responsible for completing RDC pallet deliveries across the South East, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on time.
Working with a modern fleet, you'll play an important role in keeping the supply chain moving while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.
Your Responsibilities
Completing RDC pallet deliveries across the South East
Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks
Maintaining accurate delivery paperwork
Ensuring compliance with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations
Delivering a professional and reliable service to customers
Following all company health and safety procedures
Assessment & Induction
Before starting, all successful applicants will complete:
Drug and alcohol screening
Theory assessment
Practical driving assessmentFollowing a successful assessment, you'll attend a full site induction before starting your role.
What We're Looking For
Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence
Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
Digital Tachograph Card
Maximum of 6 penalty points
No DR, CD or IN endorsements
A reliable, professional, and safety-focused attitude
Good understanding of Drivers' Hours, Working Time Regulations, and road transport legislation
Why Join Rapier Employment?
Ongoing, full-time work
Newly qualified drivers encouraged to apply
Competitive hourly rates with overtime available
Weekly PAYE pay
Regular overtime opportunities to maximise your earnings
Temp-to-perm opportunities
Workplace pension
28 days paid holiday
Secure onsite parking
Onsite canteen facilities
Employment and mortgage references available
Full training, induction, and ongoing support
Dedicated transport team committed to supporting our drivers
Apply Today
If you're looking for consistent HGV Class 1 work with excellent rates of pay, regular shifts, and long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
Whether you're an experienced driver or have recently gained your Class 1 licence, apply today and take the next step in your
driving career with Rapier Employment
Salary description
£19.54 - £24.43 per hour