HGV Class 1 Driver – Flexible 4on/4off or Nights

Culina; Banbury; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 28 days

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Wellness programme

Eye care vouchers

Rewards & Recognition

Retail discounts

Job summary

Culina is hiring experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for its Banbury operation as part of Contract Logistics. This permanent, full-time role supports a 24/7 operation delivering palletised goods to regional distribution centres nationwide.

We value safe driving, reliable service and professional customer delivery standards, and welcome applicants with a strong safety and customer-service mindset.

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence.
• 6 months’ HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred; new pass drivers welcome.
• No more than 6 points on licence; no DD or DR convictions.
• DCPC and Tachograph cards valid.
• Good understanding of Driver’s Hours and Working Time Directive.
• Ability to complete vehicle checks and report defects.
• Commitment to on-site health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises.
• Complete palletised general haulage deliveries to Regional Distribution Centres, many as backdoor tip.
• Support occasional driver tipping or multi-drop deliveries as needed.
• Report delays, delivery issues or load discrepancies to Transport team at shift start.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and ensure PODs are signed and returned.
• Follow company rules, health and safety, and hygiene standards.
• Manage working time per Road Transport Directive and tachograph rules.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects correctly.
• Take responsibility for the unit and trailer, including temperature checks where required.
• Maintain high standard of behaviour, appearance and customer service.

Skills

HGV Class 1

Safe driving

Communication

Job description

Culina is hiring experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for its Banbury operation as part of Contract Logistics. This permanent, full-time role supports a 24/7 operation delivering palletised goods to regional distribution centres nationwide.

We value safe driving, reliable service and professional customer delivery standards, and welcome applicants with a strong safety and customer-service mindset.