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HGV Class 1 driver

HGV Class 1 Driver Castle Donington £21.01 - £35.40 per hour   Rapier Employment are currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers on behalf of our well-established client based in Castle Donington. This is an…

Pay rate £18.75/hour (overtime to £35.40)
Contract type Contract
Posted 31 July 2026

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HGV Class 1 Driver
Castle Donington
£21.01 - £35.40 per hour
 
Rapier Employment are currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers on behalf of our well-established client based in Castle Donington. This is an excellent opportunity for drivers seeking ongoing, long-term work with competitive rates and flexible shift patterns.
Whether you prefer days or nights, we have shifts available to suit your availability. Please note that all shift patterns include at least one weekend day.
 
The Role
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for delivering goods to RDCs and retail stores across the region. This role will involve some physical work, including the use of tail lifts and cage deliveries.
 
Key Responsibilities

Completing deliveries to RDCs and retail stores
Unloading store deliveries using cages and tail lifts
Carrying out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
Ensuring all deliveries are completed safely and efficiently
Maintaining compliance with drivers' hours and transport legislation 
Shift Availability
 
Days

Start times between 04:00 and 09:00
£18.75 per hour PAYE
£28.12 per hour PAYE overtime
£21.01 per hour including holiday pay
£31.51 per hour overtime including holiday pay 
Nights

Start times between 15:00 and 21:00
£21.06 per hour PAYE
£31.59 per hour PAYE overtime
£23.60 per hour including holiday pay
£35.40 per hour overtime including holiday pay 
Overtime paid after 43.75 hours worked per week.
Rates are the same Monday to Sunday.
 
Candidate Requirements
 
To be considered for this role, you must have:

A valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
A valid Driver CPC qualification
A valid Digital Tachograph Card
A minimum of 3 months' commercial driving experience (required for insurance purposes)
A positive, reliable and professional attitude 
Licence Criteria

No DR10, CD10 or IN10 endorsements
No more than 6 penalty points 
Why Join Rapier?

Long-term ongoing work
Competitive pay rates
Flexible shift patterns
Weekly pay
Opportunity to work with a leading logistics operation 
Apply today or contact Liam at rapier Wakefield

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