HGV Class 1 Driver

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Stobart, part of the Culina Group, is seeking a permanent full-time HGV Class 1 Driver for our Teesport operation delivering to Tesco stores and distribution centres across the UK. Earn up to £18.10 per hour with a fixed Tuesday to Saturday or other night-start pattern, average 12 hour shifts, plus a £5 daily meal allowance and life assurance from day one. New pass drivers are welcome with full training and a buddy system, a modern fleet, and clear career progression within Culina. Your role includes store and RDC deliveries (up to five per shift), trailer swaps, drop-and-hook, vehicle checks and paperwork while complying with Driver Hours and Transport Legislation. To apply, highlight your Class 1 license, CPC, tachograph card, and a clean record (max six points, no DD or DR convictions) and demonstrate readiness to commit to the shift patterns and long-term development.

Company Description

Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors.

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

HGV Class 1 Driver | Teesport

Earn up to £18.10 per hour

Permanent Full-Time Position

New Pass Drivers Welcome

Join Eddie Stobart at our Teesport operation, working on a dedicated Tesco contract delivering to stores and distribution centres across the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's most recognised logistics brands, with excellent training, long-term job security, and genuine career progression

What's on Offer?

• Earn up to £18.10 per hour
• £5 daily meal allowance
• Permanent employment
• Fixed Tuesday-Saturday shift pattern
• Full training and buddy support programme for new drivers
• Modern fleet and equipment
• Life Assurance from Day 1
• Retail, gym and Stobart Truck Stop discounts
• Career opportunities across the Culina Group

The Role

• Store and RDC deliveries
• Maximum of 5 store deliveries per shift
• Trailer swaps and drop-and-hook work
• Vehicle checks and delivery paperwork
• Compliance with Driver Hours and Transport Legislation.

Shift Start Times

Available starts including:

• 21:00 Friday to Tuesday Shifts
• 22:00 Thursday to Monday Shifts
• 22:00 Tuesday to Saturday Shifts

Average shift length: 12 hours.

Pay Rates

• Monday-Friday Days: £14.60ph
• Monday-Friday Nights: £15.80ph
• Saturday & Sunday Days: £17.60ph
• Saturday & Sunday Nights: £18.10ph

Qualifications

What You'll Need

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Driver CPC Qualification Card
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Maximum 6 penalty points
• No DD or DR convictions

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Stobart 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 People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• 28 Days paid Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays (An additional 6 days leave after 5 years’ service)
• Fully paid Uniform and PPE including gloves and boots
• Fully paid DCPC training and reimbursement of statutory HGV Driver Medical and Eye Tests up to the value of £100.
• Life assurance from Day 1.
• Death in service, 2 x basic salary after 12 months service, as long as you’re a pension service member.
• 25% discount off food at our Truck Stops.
• Length of Service Recognition Scheme - £250 paid for every Five years’ service.
• Access to the Reward Me Now app offering deals and discounts at over 120 brands.
• Access to Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace, a free to access service, with access to Digital GP Appointments, Mental Health Consultants and annual Health Check.
• Discounted Gym memberships.