Class 1 HGV Driver – Temp-Controlled Freight Specialist

Kuehne+Nagel

Colnbrook

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 42,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a professional and safety-focused Class 1 HGV Driver to join our Transport team in the UK. You will transport temperature-controlled and perishable goods across our distribution network, upholding high standards of food safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

In a fast-paced environment, you will support airport collections, warehouse transfers and customer deliveries, while conducting vehicle inspections and maintaining accurate logs in line with driver hours

Qualifications

Valid UK Class 1 driving licence (Cat C+E).
Driver CPC and Tachograph card.
Knowledge of Drivers' Hours/Working Time Regulations & load security.
Desirable: experience in temperature-controlled, food, or perishable logistics.

Responsibilities

Operate Class 1 (Category C+E) vehicles safely and professionally.
Complete scheduled collections and deliveries, including airport collections and warehouse transfers.
Return airline ULDs as required; conduct pre-use, in-transit, and end-of-shift vehicle inspections and report defects.
Comply with road transport legislation, driver hours regulations, and company procedures.
Ensure temperature-controlled equipment is set correctly and maintained during transport.
Monitor and protect the integrity of temperature-sensitive products; report deviations immediately.
Maintain accurate records of load temperatures and transportation activities.