Class 1 Driver

Culina Group; Rugby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in logistics is seeking dedicated drivers to join their dynamic team. This role offers a variety of shifts, ensuring flexibility for work-life balance. With a strong emphasis on safety and compliance, you'll be responsible for delivering essential goods while enjoying competitive pay rates and a range of benefits. From comprehensive training programs to generous holiday allowances, this opportunity promises to foster your growth in a supportive environment. If you're ready to take the wheel and drive your career forward, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Fully paid uniform and PPE

Life assurance from Day 1

Death in service – 2x salary

25% discount at Truck Stops

Access to Reward Me Now app

Access to Aviva DigiCare+

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months Class 1 experience required.
• Valid HGV 1/C+E Licence and DCPC needed.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and collecting non-refrigerated baked goods.
• General haulage for various customers.

Skills

Class 1 driving experience

HGV 1/C+E Licence

Driver’s hours compliance

Vehicle safety checks

Job description

Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors.

At Culina, we have a winning culture. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

The role is based at the Rugby Truck Stop on Watling Street and involves delivering and collecting to RDCs for non-refrigerated baked goods, along with general haulage for customers such as Cemex, CGE, and Britvic. This role may involve manual handling, drop and swaps, and general trunking.

Shifts: Days and Nights available:

Variety of shifts, including but not limited to:

• Monday-Friday Days
• Friday-Tuesday Days and Nights
• Sunday-Thursday Days and Nights
• Thursday-Monday Days
• Tuesday-Saturday Days
• Wednesday-Sunday Days and Nights

Other shift patterns can be considered; please advise.

• Mon-Fri Days - £14.50/hr (including meal allowance and tier payment)
• Mon-Fri Night - £15.90/hr (including meal allowance and tier payment)
• Saturday & Sunday Day - £18.00/hr (including meal allowance and tier payment)
• Saturday & Sunday Night - £18.50/hr (including meal allowance and tier payment)
• Bank Holidays - £18.81/hr (including meal allowance and tier payment)

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months Class 1 experience required
• Valid HGV 1/C+E Licence, DCPC & Tacho Card
• No more than 6 points on your Licence, with no DD/DR convictions
• Understanding of and ability to comply with Driver’s hours and WTD legislation
• Ability to carry out vehicle checks, report defects, and ensure vehicle safety
• Compliance with on-site health and safety requirements

Additional Information

We are committed to making Stobart a great place to work. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to employee development and recognizing success.

Our learning and development programmes are open to all employees, offering opportunities to advance within logistics and foster a thriving team culture.

Our benefits include:

• 28 days paid holiday (including Bank Holidays), with an additional 6 days after 5 years’ service
• Fully paid uniform and PPE
• Fully paid DCPC training and reimbursement of statutory LGV medical and eye tests up to £100
• Life assurance from Day 1
• Death in service – 2x salary after 12 months (for pension scheme members)
• 25% discount at our Truck Stops
• Length of Service Recognition Scheme - £250 per five years’ service
• Access to the Reward Me Now app for deals and discounts at over 120 brands
• Access to Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace for digital GP appointments, mental health support, and health checks