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:
1. Work Type: Store deliveries, collections, and trunking
2. Trailer Types: Primarily double-deck box trailers (no curtain siders)
3. Load Types: Totes, pallets, cages, loose bags – not just cages & pallets
4. Manual Handling: Yes – includes tipping trailers, moving stock, and salvage returns. Some routes are lighter, but most involve physical work.
5. Shift Length: Typically 10–13 hours, but we aim to average out the week
6. Minimum Payable Hours: 8 hours per shift (unpaid breaks)
Pay Rates:
Base Rate
Days 06:00–16:00
£
Noons 16:00–22:00
£
Nights 22:00–06:00
£
Working Pattern:
7. Average 48-hour week over a 17-week period
8. Overtime paid on 6th shift or weekends
Requirements:
9. Valid HGV Class 1 licence, CPC, and Digi Tacho
10. 2 years’ experience preferred (especially due to tight store access and narrow roads)
11. New passes considered on a case-by-case basis
Assessment & Induction:
12. Assessment required (unpaid)
13. If successful: 3-day induction for previous DHL drivers 5-day induction for new drivers
14. Assessments are conducted on double-deck trailers
Fleet & Equipment:
15. Fleet: (56 Volvos, 13 Mercedes)
16. Trailer Type: Box trailers with tail-lift
17. PPE: Standard issue; gloves and bump hats provided if needed
Route Details:
18. Up to 3 store deliveries or collections per day
19. Trunking routes to Leicester and Carlisle
20. 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 (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.