Class 1 HGV Driver - Night Shifts, Permanent Role

Culina Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Pension scheme 4%/4%

Life assurance 2x salary

Employee Wellness Programme

Eye care vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Retail discounts

Job summary

Culina Group is hiring experienced HGV Class 1 drivers for a 5 on 2 off night shift schedule (55 hours per week). Start times vary 13:00–23:00. You will deliver palletised goods to regional distribution centres nationwide as part of a 24/7 operation.

We value safe driving, reliable service and professional customer delivery standards. You’ll join a team focused on on-time deliveries, accurate paperwork and strict health and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence.
• 6 months’ HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• No more than 6 points on licence; no DD/DR convictions.
• Current valid DCPC and Tachograph cards.
• Good understanding of Driver’s Hours and Working Time Directive.
• Ability to complete vehicle checks and report defects correctly.
• Commitment to on-site health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises.
• Complete palletised general haulage deliveries to Regional Distribution Centres, with most deliveries completed as backdoor tip.
• Support occasional driver tipping or multi-drop deliveries depending on customer demand.
• Report to the Transport team at the start of each shift and communicate delays or issues promptly.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and ensure PODs are signed and returned to the Transport Office.
• Follow company rules and procedures, including health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage working time in line with Road Transport Directive and tachograph rules.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects correctly.
• Take responsibility for the unit and trailer, including temperature checks where required.
• Maintain a high standard of behaviour, appearance and customer service.

Skills

C+E Licence

HGV Class 1 experience

Points limit 6

DCPC and Tachograph cards

Driver Hours knowledge

Vehicle checks

Health & safety

Communication skills

Job description

Culina Group is hiring experienced HGV Class 1 drivers for a 5 on 2 off night shift schedule (55 hours per week). Start times vary 13:00–23:00. You will deliver palletised goods to regional distribution centres nationwide as part of a 24/7 operation.

We value safe driving, reliable service and professional customer delivery standards. You’ll join a team focused on on-time deliveries, accurate paperwork and strict health and safety practices.