HGV Class 1 Driver

Culina; Hallworthy; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driver duty premium (11+ hour shifts)

Performance bonus

Night out allowance: £25 per night

Shift allowances (where applicable)

Job summary

Culina is seeking professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our team in Haverhill, supporting our Chilled operation and delivering to key retail customers across the UK.

You'll be rewarded with a £42,205.68 per annum salary, shift premiums, night-out allowances and a performance bonus. Various day and night shifts are available; you must hold a valid C+E licence, DCPC and Digital Tachograph card, with no more than 6 points on your licence.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid C+E licence and DCPC.
• Digital Tachograph card holder required.
• No more than 6 points on licence; no DD/DR convictions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.
• Complete nationwide deliveries of palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres.
• Support trunking operation to Culina sites during night shifts.
• Report delays or issues to Transport team and complete POD paperwork.
• Follow health and safety standards and tachograph rules.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Driver hours knowledge

Professional appearance

Education

C+E Licence

DCPC

Digital Tachograph card

Job description

We're looking for professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Culina team in Haverhill, supporting our Chilled operation and delivering to key retail customers across the UK.

• Driver duty premium (11+ hour shifts)
• Performance bonus
• Night out allowance: £25 per night
• Shift allowances (where applicable)

Please note: role involves planned and occasional unplanned night outs.

What you'll be doing:

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.
• Complete nationwide deliveries of palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres
• Drivers interested in Night shift will predominately be supporting our trunking operation to Culina Sites
• No Cage work or Tipping
• 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.
• Valid C+E Licence.
• Current valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
• We will consider new pass drivers!
• No more than 6 points on your licence, with no DD or DR code convictions.
• Good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive legislation.
• Ability to complete vehicle checks and report defects correctly.
• Commitment to on-site health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional approach.

Who are Culina?

Culina is the UK's leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation's best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We're proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day. We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Chilled & Fresh division - from supplier to shelf, we make fresh supply chains simpler. Our expertise in temperature-controlled logistics ensures products are delivered safely, efficiently and on time, helping customers maximise availability and minimise waste.

This is a permanent role offering full-time stability for HGV Class 1 drivers who will be responsible for RDC deliveries. This role is ideal for a HGV driver who takes pride in safe driving, excellent customer service and dependable delivery standards. You'll be joining a supportive transport team where safe driving, reliable service and high professional standards are valued every day. Various day shift and night shift available inclusive of some weekend work

• £42,205.68 per annum (5 on 3 off)
• Shift Premiums: Should your start time fall within the below time slots you will receive a shift premium of:
• 12:00-19.59: + £10.00 per shift
• 20:00-03.59: + £15.00 per shift
• Overtime Rates:
• Monday to Friday: £17.24/hr
• Saturday: £20.49/hr
• Sunday: £23.30/hr, Life Assurance - x 2 your annual salary.
• Wellness - Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 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 Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.

Ready to Drive Your Career Forward? If you're looking for stability, great pay, and a company that truly values its drivers, Culina Logistics is the place for you.