HGV Class 1 Driver

Culina; West of England; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night-out allowance

Shift premiums

Bonuses

Job summary

Culina is hiring permanent HGV Class 1 drivers for our Chilled & Fresh division. You will deliver to regional distribution centres and trunk between Culina sites, balancing safe driving with excellent customer service.

The role offers a £43,452 basic salary + shift premiums + bonuses, with a 5 on 3 off pattern. Night-out allowances and overtime options are available to suit needs.

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence.
• DCPC and Digital Tachograph cards are current.
• Minimum 12 months HGV Class 1 driving experience essential.
• Live within 30 miles of BS11 0YH.
• No more than 6 points, no DD/DR convictions.
• Good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive.

Responsibilities

• Deliver palletised goods to regional distribution centres across England and Wales.
• Collect palletised stock from local/regional suppliers.
• Trunk stock to/from Culina group sites.
• Drive for top-tier clients with limited handball.
• Occasionally sleep overnight in a vehicle with allowances.

Skills

C+E Licence

DCPC & Tachograph

HGV Class 1 exp

Driver Hours knowledge

Vehicle checks

Night-out

On-site safety

Communication

Job description

• Valid C+E Licence.
• Current valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
• Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 driving experience is essential
• Live within a 30-mile commutable distance of the site (BS11 0YH)
• 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.
• Must be able to Night-out

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. At Culina Chilled & Fresh, 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. Salary: £43,452 basic + shift premiums + bonuses, We know flexibility matters. That's why we offer a 5 on 3 off shift pattern:

Start windows currently available

• 15:00-18:00
• 21:00-00:00
• 00:00-03:00

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 sleeping overnight in a vehicle (with generous allowances)

Premiums

• £1,000/year for working every Saturday or Sunday
• £2,000/year if you work both
• £10 per shift (starts between 12:00-19:59)
• £15 per shift (starts between 20:00-03:59)
• Compensation pay after 11 hours
• Night out allowance
• £100 annual "Nil Infringement" Bonus
• Safe Drive Bonus
• Overtime rates available for those wanting extra days
• Driver of the month award
• Potential to be entered in to the Microlise Driver Of The Year Awards to win great prizes
• Refer a friend and get £600

Benefits

• Employee assistance programme.
• Refer a Friend schemes.
• Long service awards.
• Cycle to work schemes.
• Employee of the Month.
• Eyecare Discounts.
• Pension scheme.
• Every day discounts.
• Life Assurance.
• Gym and wellbeing discounts.
• Colleague recognition.
• Aviva Digicare Workplace.
• Free Will writing.
• Learning and development opportunities.