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Posted 29 July, 2026

Class 1 driver

Rapier
Hatfield, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

HGV Class 1 Driver – Store DeliveriesLocation: HatfieldShift PatternChoose from:\n
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  • Tuesday to Saturday
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  • Sunday to Thursday
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Start Times:\n
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  • Day Shift: 04:00 – 06:00
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  • Late Shift: 12:00 – 17:00
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Pay RatesStandard Hours\n
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  • £20.44 per hour (04:00 – 13:00)
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  • £21.76 per hour (13:00 – 04:00)
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Overtime (after 8 hours)\n
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  • £30.65 per hour (04:00 – 13:00)
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  • £32.65 per hour (13:00 – 04:00)
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Join Our TeamWe'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 RoleAs an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll be responsible for delivering retail goods from the distribution centre to stores across NorthLondon, Essex and Kent.Your responsibilities will include:\n
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  • Completing store deliveries safely and efficiently.
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  • Transporting predominantly palletised loads with minimal manual handling.
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  • Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
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  • Ensuring all deliveries are completed accurately and on time.
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  • Completing delivery paperwork and maintaining compliance with transport regulations.
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  • Delivering excellent customer service at every location.
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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:\n
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  • A valid HGV Class 1 (Category CE) licence.
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  • A valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
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  • At least 1 year's Class 1 driving experience.
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  • No more than 6 penalty points (no major endorsements).
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  • A good understanding of Drivers' Hours, Working Time Directive and road transport legislation.
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  • A professional, reliable and customer-focused attitude.
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What's in It for You?\n
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  • Competitive hourly rates with premium overtime pay.
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  • Regular, ongoing work with reliable shift patterns.
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  • Weekly pay (monthly pay available if preferred).
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  • Overtime opportunities.
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  • Holiday pay and workplace pension.
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  • Supportive team and long-term opportunities.
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Apply today to secure your place with a leading retail logistics operation. We look forward to receiving your application.