HGV Class 1 Driver

Culina; Spalding; Teletrabalho; GBP 18 000 - 29 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

CPC training

Driver of the Year awards

Healthcare plan

Life Insurance

Recognition schemes

Resumo da oferta

Culina Chilled & Fresh team in Spalding is seeking professional HGV Class 1 Drivers for permanent, full-time roles. You will support RDC, Farms and Packhouse deliveries across the UK with a focus on safe driving and reliable customer service.

We offer a supportive transport team environment, comprehensive training, and clear expectations on professional standards for daily operations and compliance.

Qualificações

• Hold a valid C+E Licence.
• Class 1 Driving Experience is advantageous, however new pass drivers will be considered.
• No more than 6 points and no DD/DR convictions.
• Hold current DCPC & Tachograph cards.
• Understand and comply with Driver’s hours and WTD legislation.
• Be able to perform vehicle safety checks and report defects.

Responsabilidades

• Complete paperwork accurately and on time.
• Adhere to company rules, health, safety and hygiene policies.
• Maintain working knowledge of transport operations.
• Manage own working time in line with Road Transport Directive.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and temperature checks
• Ensure PODs are signed and returned to Transport Office.
• Aiming for fuel efficiency targets and cost control.
• Fulfil any other duties as required by the team.

Conhecimentos

C+E Licence

Class 1 Driving

Driver Hours Legislation

DCPC & Tachograph

Vehicle Safety Checks

Health & Safety

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• Compensation: GBP 14.72 - GBP 20.73 - hourly

Company Description

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.

Job Description

We’re looking for professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Culina Chilled & Fresh team in Spalding, supporting our Meat Processing and packaging operation and delivering to key retail customers across the UK.

This is a permanent role offering full-time stability for HGV Class 1 drivers who will be responsible for RDC, Farms and Packhouse 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.

Shift Patterns-

• Monday to Friday 05:00 Starts

Salary- From £14.72ph- £20.73ph depending on shift times.

• Ensure correct and thorough completion of paperwork
• Observe and adhere to company rules and procedures, including all aspects of health, safety and hygiene
• Maintain a good working knowledge of operations within the transport department
• Effectively manage own working time in line with the Road Transport Directive
• Adhere to tachograph rules and regulations at all times
• Ensure daily vehicle checks are completed in line with company procedure
• Responsible for unit and trailer, including temperature checks
• Ensure proof of deliveries (PODs) are signed and returned to the Transport Office after delivery
• Achieve and succeed fuel efficiency targets set by the business
• Any other duties as reasonably required

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

• You should hold a valid C+E Licence
• Previous Class 1 Driving Experience is advantageous however 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

In return, we offer:

• Fully funded CPC training that takes place on a paid working day
• ‘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 Healthcare Cash Plan
• Free Life Insurance as a Culina Chilled & Fresh employee equal to three times your basic salary
• Recognition schemes for our exceptional employees – monthly winners receive £100 of shopping vouchers