HGV Class 1 Driver

Culina Group; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking dedicated HGV Class 1 Drivers to join their dynamic team in Sittingbourne. This role offers stability and security, with a full-time contract and a competitive salary based on experience. Drivers will be responsible for store deliveries and trunking operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The company values diversity and employee development, providing numerous benefits including paid holidays, uniform, and health services. If you're passionate about logistics and looking for growth opportunities, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Fully paid uniform and PPE

Life assurance from Day 1

Discounted gym memberships

Access to health and wellness services

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months Class 1 experience required.
• Valid HGV 1/C+E Licence and DCPC are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform store deliveries and manage trunking operations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

HGV Class 1 experience

Communication Skills

Understanding of Driver’s hours and WTD legislation

Vehicle checks and defect reporting

Education

Valid HGV 1/C+E Licence

DCPC & Tacho Card

Job description

Company Description

Are you looking for a job that offers a Full-time contract, stability, security, and recognition?

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.

Eddie Stobart is currently looking for HGV Class 1 Drivers to join their growing team in Sittingbourne. The role is based on a Morrisons site in Sittingbourne and involves store deliveries, RDCs, warehouses, and can include manual handling, drop and swaps, and general trunking.

Available shifts and start times:

Start times will be 01:15am or 01:45am, with a two-hour start window. Shifts include:

• Tuesday-Saturday
• Thursday-Monday
• Monday-Friday 05:00am-06:00am, including Knauff work requiring curtain and strapping

Salary:

Starting from £42,304 per annum based on an average of 54 hours per week. The pay rates are:

• Monday-Friday Days - £15.00/hour (including Meal allowance and Tier Payment)
• Monday-Friday Nights - £16.30/hour (including Meal allowance and Tier Payment)
• Saturday and Sunday Days - £18.00/hour (including Meal allowance and Tier Payments)
• Saturday and Sunday Nights - £18.50/hour (including Meal allowance and Tier Payments)
• Bank Holidays - £18.81/hour (including Meal allowance and Tier Payments)

Qualifications:

• Minimum 6 months Class 1 experience
• Valid HGV 1/C+E Licence, DCPC & Tacho Card
• No more than 6 points on your Licence with no DD/DR convictions
• Understanding of Driver’s hours and WTD legislation
• Ability to perform vehicle checks and report defects
• Compliance with on-site health and safety requirements
• Excellent communication skills

Additional Information

At Stobart, we strive to be a great place to work. We are committed to diversity, employee development, and recognizing success. Our programs are open to all employees, offering opportunities to grow within logistics and foster a team-oriented environment.

Our benefits include:

• 28 days paid holiday (including Bank Holidays), with an additional 6 days after 5 years
• Fully paid uniform and PPE
• Fully paid DCPC training and reimbursement for medical and eye tests up to £100
• Life assurance from Day 1
• Death in service benefit: 2x salary after 12 months, for pension scheme members
• 25% discount at our Truck Stops
• Length of Service Recognition Scheme: £250 per five years of service
• Access to discounts via the Reward Me Now app
• Access to Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace for health and wellness services
• Discounted gym memberships