Class 1 driver

Company: Rapier Careers
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Location: Hatfield
Job Description:

HGV Class 1 Driver – Store Deliveries

Read all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application. Location: Hatfield

Shift PatternChoose from:

  • Tuesday to Saturday
  • Sunday to Thursday
  • Thursday to Monday
  • Friday to Tuesday

Start Times:

  • Day Shift: 04:00 – 06:00
  • Late Shift: 12:00 – 17:00

Pay RatesStandard Hours

  • £20.95 per hour (04:00 – 13:00)
  • £22.50 per hour (13:00 – 04:00)

Overtime (after 8 hours)

  • £31.42 per hour (04:00 – 13:00)
  • £33.75 per hour (13:00 – 04:00)

Join Our Team!

We’re looking for experienced and reliable HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our growing retail delivery operation based in Hatfield.

If you’re a professional driver who takes pride in delivering excellent service and wants consistent work with competitive pay, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you’ll be responsible for delivering retail goods from the distribution centre to stores across North London, Essex and Kent.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Completing store deliveries safely and efficiently.
  • Transporting predominantly palletised loads with minimal manual handling.
  • Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
  • Ensuring all deliveries are completed accurately and on time.
  • Completing delivery paperwork and maintaining compliance with transport regulations.
  • Delivering excellent customer service at every location.

Average shift lengths are 8–12 hours, depending on your route, with regular start times and ongoing work available.

RequirementsTo be considered, you’ll need:

  • A valid HGV Class 1 (Category CE) licence.
  • A valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
  • At least 1 year’s Class 1 driving experience.
  • No more than 6 penalty points (no major endorsements).
  • A good understanding of Drivers’ Hours, Working Time Directive and road transport legislation. xwwtmva
  • A professional, reliable and customer-focused attitude.

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026