HGV Class 1 Driver

Culina; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 28 days

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Wellness programme

Eye care vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Everyday discounts

Job summary

Culina is seeking Class 1 drivers for its Chilled & Fresh division. Join the UK’s leading independent specialist supply chain partner with a focus on safe, reliable deliveries from RDCs to shelves across England and Wales.

This permanent full-time role offers 5 on 3 off shifts (days/nights, flexible start times), guaranteed hours, and a competitive salary up to £52,680 per year. Bonus opportunities include Safe Driver Bonus, post-11-hour pay, and shift premiums.

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence.
• Current valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
• Minimum 6 months’ HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• Newly qualified Class 1 drivers will be considered if you show the right attitude and willingness to learn.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Delivering palletised goods to regional distribution centres across England and Wales.
• Collecting palletised stock from local/regional suppliers.
• Trunking stock to and from other Culina group sites.
• Driving for top-tier clients with limited handball.
• Occasionally Nights outs in a vehicle may be required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Professional approach

Health & safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Customer service mindset

Job description

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.

Job Description

Permanent | Full-Time

Shift: 5 on 3 off (Days / Nights Available – Flexible Start Times)

Salary: Earn up to £52,680 per year!

On top of a permanent full-time role with guaranteed hours drivers can further boost earning potential through:

• Safe Driver Bonus
• Compensation Pay after 11 hours
• Shift Premiums

At Culina, we don’t just move chilled goods, we move careers forward. We’re a powerhouse in the UK’s food and drink supply chain, and we’re looking for Class 1 drivers who want more than just a job. If you’re reliable, professional, and ready to be part of something bigger, this is your moment.

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

What you'll be doing:

• Delivering palletised goods to regional distribution centres across England and Wales
• Collecting palletised stock from local/regional suppliers
• Trunking stock to and from other Culina group sites
• Driving for top-tier clients with limited handball
• Occasionally Nights outs in a vehicle may be required (with generous allowances)

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

• Valid C+E Licence.
• Current valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
• Minimum 6 months’ HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• Newly qualified Class 1 drivers will be considered if you show the right attitude and willingness to learn, and have previous experience driving large vehicles.
• 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.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Culina a 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 dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave– 28days inclusive of the bank holidays.
• Pension scheme –We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirementso we offer agreat contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance- x2 your annual salary.
• Wellness –Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe 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.
• Everyday discounts- Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!