HGV Class 1 Driver

Culina; Ullesthorpe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Employee wellness (EAP)

Eye care vouchers

Employee recognition

Job summary

Culina Group is seeking HGV Class 1 drivers for the Lutterworth operation to support a busy UK transport network. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with a 4 on 4 off pattern, delivering to major retailers across the UK.

Join a dedicated transport team that values safety, reliability and high standards, with competitive OTE earnings and shift variations including night and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Valid LGV C+E licence and DCPC are required.
• Minimum 6 months experience driving Class 1 is preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to UK customer premises.
• Load and unload as required; handle baskets and trolleys.
• Complete PODs and paperwork accurately for the Transport Office.
• Report delays, issues or discrepancies to Transport/Customer Services.
• Maintain vehicle checks, fuel efficiency, and tachograph compliance.
• Adhere to health, safety, hygiene, and site procedures.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Education

LGV Class C+E Licence

DCPC

Job description

We're looking for professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our CML team in Lutterworth, supporting a busy transport operation delivering to key retail customers across the UK. This is a permanent opportunity offering full-time stability, a regular 4 on 4 off shift pattern and the chance to be part of a supportive transport team where safe driving, reliability and high standards are valued every day.

CML part of the Culina Group are now recruiting for HGV Drivers in Lutterworth.

Duties

• 4 on 4 off Shifts available (Nights and Days)
• Variety of Shift start times available,
• Various shift patterns available, with ideal start-time windows currently ranging from 00:30 to 04:30, and between 08:00 and 15:00 giving you a choice of early morning and daytime shifts
• Later Shifts starting between 18:30 and 22:30
• Weekend-only shift options may also be considered, including Saturday and Sunday availability.
• Due to the nature of the products being delivered, our drivers will have 3 hour start windows to ensure they are flexible depending on volume.
• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.
• The role includes a mix of store and depot deliveries, with some routes involving physical duties such as moving trolleys, handling bread baskets and returning empty baskets.
• Load and unload where required, including bread baskets, trolleys and empty basket returns on some routes.
• 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.
• Observe and adhere to site procedures at each delivery & collection point
• Report any issues with delivery or collection arrival times, delays, or load discrepancies immediately.
• Ensure proof of deliveries (PODs) are signed and returned to the Transport Office after delivery
• Ensure regular communication with the Transport Office / Customer Services
• Any other duties as reasonably required
• Achieve and succeed fuel efficiency targets set by the business

Requirements

• Possession of LGV Class C+E Licence and valid DCPC
• Minimum 6 months experience driving Class 1 experience preferred.
• Newly qualified drivers may be considered through a separate new pass route, subject to training availability.
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Adaptable and methodical approach to work/ training
• Conscientious and reliable
• Professional and approachable
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure
• Effectively prioritise work load in order to meet set deadlines
• Able to work using own initiative or as part of a team
• Knowledge of Road Transport Directive and current drivers' hours

Our HGV Drivers have strong earning potential, with OTE earnings up to £44144 depending on shift pattern, overtime and applicable allowances.

Benefits

• Annual Leave - Competitive holiday entitlement.
• Pension scheme - We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance - 2 x 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.
• Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
• OTE include a commitment to a certain number of extra/overtime shifts, shift premiums and payments over 11 hour shifts.

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.

Culina Group is a market leading food and drink logistics provider across the chilled and ambient temperature ranges, providing warehousing, distribution, contract packing and a series of value added solutions, As part of our drive to make Culina Logistics a great place to work.