HGV Class 1 Driver (4 on 4 off)

Culina; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Wellness

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Everyday discounts

Job summary

Culina in Lutterworth is hiring professional HGV Class 1 Drivers for a permanent full‑time role in our busy transport operation serving UK retailers. 4 on 4 off shifts with emphasis on safety and reliability.

Deliveries to stores and depots across the UK; some manual handling; load/unload duties; paperwork and POD signing; compliance with Road Transport Directive and tachograph rules. Overtime boosts earnings.

Qualifications

• Possession of LGV Class C+E Licence and valid DCPC.
• Minimum 6 months experience driving Class 1.
• Newly qualified drivers may be considered through a separate 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
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure
• Prioritise workload to meet deadlines
• Work using own initiative or as part of a team
• Knowledge of Road Transport Directive and current drivers’ hours

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.
• Deliveries include store and depot routes with some manual handling.
• Load and unload where required, including bread baskets, trolleys and returns.
• Report to Transport team and communicate delays or issues.
• Complete paperwork and sign PODs.
• Follow health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Adhere to Road Transport Directive and tachograph rules.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain professional behaviour and customer service.
• Follow site procedures at each delivery/collection point.
• Communicate with Transport Office as needed.
• Any other duties as reasonably required.
• Achieve fuel efficiency targets set by the business

Skills

LGV Licence

Attention to detail

Reliability

Work without supervision

Adaptable & methodical

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

LGV Class C+E Licence

DCPC (Driver CPC)

Tools

Tachograph rules

Job description

• Compensation: up to GBP 36,008.61 - yearly

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 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.

• 4 on 4 off Shifts available
• Variety of Shift start times available,
• Various shift patterns available, with ideal start-time windows currently ranging from 00:15 to 03:00 and between06:30 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 they are flexible 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/ training
• Conscientious and reliable
• Professional and approachable
• 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

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Culina Chilled and Fresh a great place to work. 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.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Pension scheme –We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer agreat contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance- 2 x your annual salary.
• Wellness –Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe 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.