HGV Class 1 Driver
Derby · HGV & Night Driving · Posted 23 Oct 2026
Key details
- Shift
- Nights
- Location
- Derby
- Hours
- Full time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Sector
- HGV & Night Driving
About the role
Castle Donington
£19.51 - £37.78 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
- £19.51 ph PAYE
- £29.26 ph PAYE overtime
- £21.86 ph including holiday pay
- £32.79 ph overtime including holiday pay
- Saturday - £21.84ph / £24.57 inc holiday
- Sunday - £22.88ph / £25.64ph inc holiday
Nights
- Start times between 15:00 and 21:00
- £21.82 ph PAYE
- £32.73 ph PAYE overtime
- £24.57 ph including holiday pay
- £36.68 ph overtime including holiday pay
- Saturday - £24.15ph / £27.06ph inc holiday
- Sunday - £25.19ph / £28.23ph inc holidays
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.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply for HGV Class 1 Driver?
Click the 'Apply for this job' button above. You'll be taken to the employer's site to complete your application.
What are the shift details?
Night shift · Includes day shifts
What is the pay?
£19.51 - £37.78 per hour
Where is this job based?
Derby
Who is the employer?
Rapier
Is this a night shift?
Yes. This is a night shift role — shift times are shown in the listing above.
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