HGV Class 1 Driver

Culina Group Limited; Evesham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded CPC training

Collision Free Year awards

Driver of the Year

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Insurance

Pension Scheme

Recognition rewards

Job summary

Fowler Welch is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 drivers for a permanent role in Evesham. The job offers a structured 4 on 4 off shift pattern, regular work and delivery to RDCs nationwide, with a focus on safe driving and high professional standards.

Shift times begin between 09:00 and 11:00, with 11-hour averages. Basic salary is around £34-35k per year plus overtime, plus per-shift rates and meal allowance. A strong benefits package supports drivers across the team.

Qualifications

• Possession of LGV Class 1 Licence.
• Current CPC certification.
• Knowledge of the Road Transport Directive and drivers hours.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to prioritise workload to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Carry out chilled distribution deliveries to main retail RDCs nationwide.
• Deliver to key customer sites including major UK retailers.
• Complete self-tip deliveries and pallet breakdown as required.
• Collect equipment or returns and bring them back to site.
• Report delays or issues to Transport team at shift start.
• Complete paperwork and obtain POD signatures.
• Follow health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage working time in line with tachograph rules.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain professional behaviour and customer service.

Skills

LGV Class 1 Licence

Current CPC

Knowledge of Road Transport Directive

Excellent communication skills

Work under pressure

Prioritise workload

Job description

Company Description

Fowler Welch - a multi-award winning logistics provider who deliver a range of products and services to retailers and wholesalers across the nation. We live by a simple set of values: to delight our customers, maximise our efficiency, be socially responsible and promote being an employer of choice.

Job Description

We're looking for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our chilled distribution operation based in Evesham. This is a fantastic opportunity for drivers who want a structured 4 on 4 off shift pattern, regular work and the chance to be part of a busy, established transport operation delivering to major retail distribution centres across the UK.

This is a permanent role offering full-time stability for HGV Class 1 drivers who will be responsible for RDC deliveries. You'll be joining a supportive transport team where safe driving, reliable service and high professional standards are valued every day.

Shift patterns available

• 4 on 4 off Day Shifts
• Wednesday to Sunday
• Thursday to Monday
• Friday to Tuesday
• Saturday to Wednesday

Start Times between 09:00 - 11:00

Average shifts are around 11 hours, depending on route and operational requirements, and additional shifts may be available for drivers who want to increase their earnings.

Pay rates

Our HGV Drivers have strong earning potential, with basic salaries for 4 on 4 off circa £34-35k per annum plus opportunity for overtime for additional OTE.

Our drivers are paid per shift, with the following day shift rates:

• Monday to Friday: £174.55 per shift
• Saturday and Sunday: £197.81 per shift

You'll also receive a £5 daily meal allowance, with Double Decker and disturbance allowances paid where applicable.

Potential to earn up to £1300 annual safe driver bonus scheme {paid £350 a quarter} based on safe and efficient driving

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out chilled distribution deliveries to main retail RDCs nationwide
• Delivering to key customer sites including major UK retailers
• Completing self-tip deliveries where required, including breaking down pallets at certain sites.
• Collecting equipment or returns from customer locations and bringing them back to site.
• Report to the Transport team at the start of each shift and keep them updated on delays, delivery issues or load discrepancies.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and ensure PODs are signed and returned to the Transport Office.
• Follow company procedures, including health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage your working time in line with the Road Transport Directive and tachograph rules.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects correctly and take responsibility for your unit and trailer, including temperature checks where required.
• Maintain a professional standard of behaviour, appearance and customer service at all times.

Qualifications

• Possession of LGV Class 1 Licence
• Current CPC
• Knowledge of Road Transport Directive and current drivers' hours.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.
• Effectively prioritise workload in order to meet set deadline

Additional Information

In return, we offer:

• Fully funded CPC training that takes place on a paid working day
• Fowler Welch 'Collision Free Year' awards and associated yearly prize draws
• Coveted 'Driver of the Year' accolade - highlighting our very best drivers and rewarding them with prizes including £500 of vouchers
• Free Fowler Welch Healthcare Cash Plan
• Free Life Insurance as a Fowler Welch employee equal to three times your basic salary
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Recognition schemes for our exceptional employees - monthly winners receive £100 of shopping vouchers

When our staff have passion for what they do they work with more care and attention which is reflected to our clients,