Night Shift HGV Class 1 Driver – Permanent, 55h/wk

Culinagroup1; Duckmanton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 28 days

Pension scheme 4% employee and 4% 4%

Life Assurance 2x annual salary

Wellness - Employee Assistance Program

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition programs

Discount platform with retailer offers

Job summary

Culina is hiring experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Great Bear team in Duckmanton. This permanent, full-time role supports a 24/7 operation with 55 hours per week and nights (5 on, 2 off). Deliver palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres nationwide and maintain professional customer service.

Expect safe driving, on-time deliveries, and strict compliance with hours and tachograph rules. DCPC and tachograph cards required; 6 months driving experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence.
• 6 months' HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• No more than 6 points on licence and no DD/DR convictions.
• Current valid DCPC and Tachograph cards.
• Good understanding of Driver's Hours and Working Time Directive.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises.
• Complete palletised general haulage deliveries to Regional Distribution Centres, with most deliveries completed as backdoor tip.
• Support occasional driver tipping or multi-drop deliveries depending on customer demand.
• Report to the Transport team at the start of each shift and communicate any delays, delivery issues or load discrepancies promptly.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and ensure PODs are signed and returned to the Transport Office.
• Follow company rules and procedures, including health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage your working time in line with the Road Transport Directive and adhere to tachograph rules and regulations.
• Complete daily vehicle checks in line with company procedure and report defects correctly.
• Take responsibility for the unit and trailer, including temperature checks where required.
• Maintain a high standard of behaviour, appearance and customer service at all times.

Skills

Safe driving

Professional manner

Good communication

Time management

Job description

Culina is hiring experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Great Bear team in Duckmanton. This permanent, full-time role supports a 24/7 operation with 55 hours per week and nights (5 on, 2 off). Deliver palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres nationwide and maintain professional customer service.

Expect safe driving, on-time deliveries, and strict compliance with hours and tachograph rules. DCPC and tachograph cards required; 6 months driving experience preferred.