HGV Class 1 Driver

Stobart; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days paid Holiday incl. Bank Hols

Uniform & PPE provided

DCPC training reimbursement

Life assurance from Day 1

Death in service 2x salary after 12 mo

25% discount at Truck Stops

Gym memberships discount

Job summary

Stobart, part of the Culina Group, is recruiting permanent HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our operations at Morrison RDC in Bridgwater to support general haulage. The role is full-time with day and night shifts and opportunities across 5 from 7 days.

You will be responsible for curtain-side deliveries to distribution centres and stores, completing safety checks, and maintaining high standards of safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence and ideally minimum 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience (New Pass Drivers considered).
• No more than 6 points and no DD/ DR convictions.
• DCPC & Tachograph cards held.
• Understand and comply with Driver’s Hours and WTD legislation.
• Carry out vehicle safety checks and report defects correctly.

Responsibilities

• General Haulage using curtainside trailers to Distribution Centres and Stores.
• Collections from stores for delivery back into Distribution Centres.
• Support general operational requirements, including occasional store deliveries and loading/unloading of cages.
• Trunking opportunities available, subject to operational requirements.
• Complete all vehicle safety checks and associated documentation.
• Maintain highest standards of safety, compliance, and professionalism.
• Work closely with the transport team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Adhere to Drivers' Hours, WTD, and tachograph legislation.

Skills

C+E Licence

HGV Class 1 experience

New Pass Drivers considered

Job description

• Compensation: GBP 18.05 - GBP 32.49 - hourly

Company 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

Increase Your Earnings with Overtime Rates of Up to £32.49 Per Hour

We are recruiting permanent HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our operations at Morrisons RDC in Bridgwater to support our General Haulage operations. This role is ideal for a driver who takes pride in safe driving, excellent customer service, and dependable delivery standards.

The roles are full-time and permanent, with opportunities available across both Days and Nights.

Current shift patterns include:

• Day and Night shifts available
• Flexible start times across the week
• Working any 5 from 7 days
• Weekend working may be required in line with business demand

Pay Rates

We have recently increased our pay rates, with rates now ranging from £18.05 to £32.49 per hour, depending on shift and overtime, giving you even more reason to build your driving career with us.

Base Rates

• Monday to Friday Days: £18.05 per hour
• Monday to Friday Nights: £21.66 per hour
• Saturday and Sunday Days: £19.86 per hour
• Saturday and Sunday Nights: £23.47 per hour

Overtime Rates

• Monday to Friday Days: £27.08 per hour
• Monday to Friday Nights: £30.69 per hour
• Saturday and Sunday Days: £28.88 per hour
• Saturday and Sunday Nights: £32.49 per hour

Driver Responsibilities

• General Haulage using curtainside trailers to Distribution Centres and Stores
• Collections from stores for delivery back into Distribution Centres
• Supporting general operational requirements, including occasional store deliveries and loading/unloading of cages
• Trunking opportunities available, subject to operational requirements
• Completing all vehicle safety checks and associated documentation
• Maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and professionalism
• Working closely with the transport team to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Adhering to Drivers' Hours, WTD, and tachograph legislation

Qualifications

• You should hold a valid C+E Licence and ideally have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience (We will consider New Pass Drivers)
• No more than 6 points and 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.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Stobarta 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 People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• 28 Days paid Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays (An additional 6 days leave after 5 years' service)
• Fully paid Uniform and PPE including gloves and boots
• Fully paid DCPC training and reimbursement of statutory HGVDriver Medical and Eye Tests up to the value of £100.
• Life assurance from Day 1.
• Death in service, 2 x basic salary after 12 months service, as long as you're a pension service member.
• 25% discount off food at our Truck Stops.
• Length of Service Recognition Scheme - £250 paid for every Five years' service.
• Access to the Reward Me Now app offering deals and discounts at over 120 brands.
• Access to Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace, a free to access service, with access to Digital GP Appointments, Mental Health Consultants and annual Health Check.
• Discounted Gym memberships.

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