Class 1 Driver

Culina Group; Warrington; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking logistics company as an HGV Class 1 Driver in Warrington! This role offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, ensuring timely deliveries and collections while adhering to safety regulations. With a focus on employee development and a thriving team culture, you will enjoy a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. This position not only promises competitive pay but also a comprehensive benefits package, including annual leave, bonuses, and wellness programs. If you're passionate about driving and looking for a rewarding career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Various Bonus Payments

Life Assurance from Day 1

Death in service 2x basic salary

25% discount off food at Truck Stops

Length of Service Recognition (£250 every 5 years)

Pension contribution (5% employee, 3% employer)

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Discounts on retailer purchases

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience required.
• Must comply with Driver’s hours and WTD legislation.

Responsibilities

• Complete deliveries and collections for customers.
• Involve manual handling, drop and swaps, and general trunking.

Skills

HGV Class 1 driving

Excellent communication skills

Manual handling

Education

Valid HGV C+E Licence

DCPC & Tacho cards

Job description

Company Description

Following years of accelerated growth, Culina Group is now a £2.2 billion+ turnover business, employing over 22,000 staff, with a fleet of more than 5,000 vehicles. Culina Group operates from over 100 depots across the UK and Ireland, serving more than 1,000 clients over its framework of chilled, ambient, contract packaging solutions, and fresh and baked goods.

Job Description

Eddie Stobart is currently looking for HGV Class 1 Drivers to join their growing team in Warrington Pepsico. The role consists of completing deliveries and collections for our customers, and can involve manual handling, drop and swaps, and general trunking.

Shift:

• Monday-Friday 02:00am-04:00am start window.

Salary:

• Monday-Friday Days - £14.00 per hour (Including Meal allowance and Tier Payment)
• Monday-Friday Nights - £15.40 per hour (Including Meal allowance and Tier Payment)
• Saturday and Sunday Days - £17.50 per hour (Including Meal allowance and Tier Payment)
• Saturday and Sunday Nights - £18.00 per hour (Including Meal allowance and Tier Payment)
• Bank Holidays - £18.31 per hour (Including Meal allowance and Tier Payment)

Qualifications

• You should hold a valid HGV C+E Licence and have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience.
• No more than 6 points; no DD/DR Code convictions.
• Hold a current valid DCPC & Tacho cards.
• Understand and able to comply with Driver’s hours and WTD legislation.
• Able to understand and carry out necessary vehicle checks to ensure vehicle safety and able to report defects correctly.
• Should comply with on-site health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication skills.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Stobart a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard-working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave: 28 days Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays plus a further 6 days leave after 5 years service.
• Bonuses: Various Bonus Payments throughout the Year.
• Life Assurance: Life assurance from Day 1.
• Death in Service: Death in service 2 x basic salary after 12 months service, as long as you're a Pension Service Member.
• Discount: 25% discount off food at our Truck Stops.
• Length of Service Recognition: £250 paid for every 5 years service.
• Pension: We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 3% employer contribution.
• Wellness: Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers: We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition: We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via referral bonuses, special recognition, and long service awards.
• Everyday Discounts: via our benefit platform you will have access to 100’s of retailer discounts for everyday savings!
• Fitness: Your wellbeing is important to us and being active is a great way to keep your body and your mind healthy. We have partnered with Pure Gym so you can save money on a no contract membership.