HGV Class 1 Driver (4 on 4 off)

CML; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Wellness Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Employee Discounts

Job summary

CML, part of the Culina Group, is recruiting for HGV Class 1 Drivers in Lutterworth to support a busy transport operation delivering to key retail customers across the UK. The role includes loading, unloading, and handling baskets, as well as completing PODs and paperwork to maintain accurate records.

This permanent position offers a reliable 4 on 4 off shift pattern with various start times, overtime opportunities, and a focus on safe driving, professional conduct and high service standards

Qualifications

• LGV C+E licence with valid DCPC.
• Minimum 6 months experience driving Class 1.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Adaptable and methodical.
• Professional and reliable.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of Road Transport Directive and drivers’ hours.
• Able to work on own initiative or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.
• Mix of store and depot deliveries; some routes involve moving trolleys and baskets.
• Load and unload where required, including bread baskets and returns.
• Report delays and issues to the Transport team.
• Complete paperwork and sign PODs.
• Follow health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage working time in line with Road Transport Directive and tachograph rules.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain professional appearance and customer service at all times.
• Observe site procedures at delivery points.
• Fuel efficiency targets to be achieved.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Work unsupervised

Team player

Organised

Professional

Education

LGV C+E Licence

Driver CPC (DCPC)

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Company Description

CML, part of the Culina Group, is recruiting for HGV Drivers in Lutterworth.

CML stores and delivers a wide variety of food products across the ambient and chilled temperature ranges, while also offering a series of added value solutions to their clients.

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.

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.

Shift patterns available

• 4 on 4 off shifts available
• Variety of shift start times available
• Various shift patterns with start windows currently ranging from 00:15 to 03:00 and between 06:30 and 14:30, giving you a choice of early morning and daytime shifts.
• 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 flexibility depending on volume.

Pay rates

Base Salary up to £36008.61 plus opportunity for overtime to boost earning potential.

What you’ll be doing

• 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

Qualifications

• 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 and training
• Conscientious and reliable
• Professional and approachable
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure
• Effectively prioritise workload 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

Benefits

• Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme – Contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer
• Life Assurance – 2 x your annual salary
• Wellness – Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for confidential counselling and legal information
• Eye Care Vouchers – Savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
• Reward & Recognition – Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards
• Everyday discounts – Access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings

OTE includes a commitment to a certain number of extra/overtime shifts, shift premiums and payments over 11 hour shifts.