HGV Class 1 Driver – Stable UK Runs, Great Benefits

Culina Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 235h

Pension scheme 4%/4%

Life Assurance 2x salary

Wellness programme

Eye care vouchers

Rewards and recognition

Discount platform

Job summary

Culina Logistics is seeking professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Stafford team, supporting the Chilled operation and delivering to key retail customers across the UK. This permanent, full-time role emphasizes safe driving, excellent customer service, and dependable delivery standards within a supportive transport team.

We offer 5 on, 3 off shifts (Days or Nights) with flexible start times. Salary is £42,204.37 per year plus shift premiums, and a strong benefits package is available to

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence.
• Current DCPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
• Minimum 6 months’ HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• Newly qualified drivers considered with right attitude and willingness to learn.
• No more than 6 points on licence, no DD or DR convictions.
• Good understanding of Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive.
• 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

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.
• Complete nationwide deliveries of palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres.
• Role may occasionally require handballing but this is limited.
• Report to the Transport team at the start of each shift and update on delays or issues.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and ensure PODs are signed and returned to Transport Office.
• Follow company procedures, health and safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage working time in line with the Road Transport Directive and tachograph rules.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects, take responsibility for unit and trailer (including temperature checks).
• Maintain a professional standard of behaviour, appearance and customer service.
• Take advantage of night-out runs where available.

Skills

C+E Licence

DCPC

Tachograph training

Job description

Culina Logistics is seeking professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Stafford team, supporting the Chilled operation and delivering to key retail customers across the UK. This permanent, full-time role emphasizes safe driving, excellent customer service, and dependable delivery standards within a supportive transport team.

We offer 5 on, 3 off shifts (Days or Nights) with flexible start times. Salary is £42,204.37 per year plus shift premiums, and a strong benefits package is available to