Class 1 Drivers

HGV Class 1 Agency Drivers Wanted

Location: Stoke‑On‑Trent
Start Time: Various

We’re currently recruiting up to three experienced HGV Class 1 drivers to support a busy logistics operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for reliable and professional drivers looking for consistent work with competitive pay and varied routes.

Role Overview

• Work Type: Store deliveries, collections, and trunking
• Trailer Types: Primarily double‑deck box trailers (no curtain siders)
• Load Types: Totes, pallets, cages, loose bags – not just cages & pallets
• Manual Handling: Yes – includes tipping trailers, moving stock, and salvage returns. Some routes are lighter, but most involve physical work.
• Shift Length: Typically 10–13 hours, but we aim to average out the week
• Minimum Payable Hours: 8 hours per shift (unpaid breaks)

Pay Rates

• Base Rate
  • Days 06:00–16:00: £17.18/hr
  • Noons 16:00–22:00: £18.90/hr
  • Nights 22:00–06:00: £20.62/hr

Working Pattern

• Average 48‑hour week over a 17‑week period
• Overtime paid on 6th shift or weekends

✅ Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 licence, CPC, and Digi Tacho
• 2 years’ experience preferred (especially due to tight store access and narrow roads)
• New passes considered on a case‑by‑case basis

Assessment & Induction

• Assessment required (unpaid)
• If successful:
  • 3‑day induction for previous DHL drivers
  • 5‑day induction for new drivers
• Assessments are conducted on double‑deck trailers

Fleet & Equipment

• Fleet: (56 Volvos, 13 Mercedes)
• Trailer Type: Box trailers with tail‑lift
• PPE: Standard issue; gloves and bump hats provided if needed

Route Details

• Up to 3 store deliveries or collections per day
• Trunking routes to Leicester and Carlisle
• Over 40 different routes daily

If you are interested in applying to the role of Class 1 Driver, please click apply now below. For further information on the role please contact Hoz or Andy on 0122 227 800 (Option 3).

Rapier Employment has been established in the UK for over 30 years, specialising in and permanent workers into the Driving, Commercial, Production and Logistics sector.