HGV Class 1 Driver - 5 on 3 off

Culina; Market Drayton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 28 days incl. bank hols

Pension scheme 4% employee / 4%‑employ

Life Assurance 2x annual salary

Employee Wellness Programme 24/7

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition program

Over 50 retailer discounts

Job summary

Culina Logistics is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 drivers for permanent, full-time roles. Shift pattern is 5 on 3 off, with days or nights available and flexible start times. Salary up to £49,750 per year plus bonuses and shift premiums.

Roles involve RDC deliveries across England and Wales, trunking between Culina sites, and occasional night outs with generous allowances. Ideal candidates hold a valid C+E licence, DCPC, and Digital Tachograph cards, with at least 6 months of Class 1

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence.
• Current valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
• Minimum 6 months’ HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• Newly qualified Class 1 drivers will be considered if you show the right attitude and willingness to learn, and have previous experience driving large vehicles.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 Nights outs in a vehicle may be required (with generous allowances)

Job description

Culina Logistics is the leading third party logistics business in the UK specialising in chilled warehousing, providing an excellent platform to food and drink manufacturers.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

Permanent | Full-Time

Shift: 5 on 3 off (Days / Nights Available – Flexible Start Times)

Salary: Earn up to £49,750 per year!

On top of a permanent full-time role with guaranteed hours drivers can further boost earning potential through:

• Safe Driver Bonus
• Compensation Pay after 11 hours
• Shift Premiums

At Culina, 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

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 Nights outs in a vehicle may be required (with generous allowances)

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence.
• Current valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
• Minimum 6 months’ HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• Newly qualified Class 1 drivers will be considered if you show the right attitude and willingness to learn, and have previous experience driving large vehicles.
• 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.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Culina 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:

• Annual Leave– 28days inclusive of the bank holidays.
• Pension scheme –We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirementso we offer agreat contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance- x2 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!