HGV Class 1 Driver

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Culina Group is seeking professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join Culina Logistics in Tilbury, supporting the chilled operation and delivering to UK retailers. This permanent role offers stability with 4 on 4 off or 5 on 3 off shifts, starts 15:00–18:00 or 18:00–21:00, and pay £35,499–£44,252 plus overtime, with OTE up to £52,680. You’ll perform safe nationwide pallet deliveries, complete paperwork and PODs, and maintain health and safety standards. Requirements include a valid C+E licence, CPC and tachograph cards, up to 6 points, and 6 months’ Class 1 experience preferred. For applications, tailor your CV to reflect safe driving records, Drivers’ Hours knowledge, customer service, and willingness to work the listed shifts, and confirm you meet all criteria.

Company 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

We’re looking for professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Culina Logistics team in Tilbury, supporting our Chilled operation and delivering to key retail customers across the UK.

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.

Shift patterns available

• 4 on 4 off Shifts (Start times between 15:00 – 18:00 or 18:00 – 21:00)
• 5 on 3 off Shifts (Start times between 15:00 – 18:00 or 18:00 – 21:00)

Pay rates

Our HGV Drivers have strong earning potential, with basic salaries ranging between £35,499.30 - £44,252.37 basic per annum depending on shift pattern plus overtime and shift allowances with the potential to earn up £52680 with OTE.

What you’ll be doing:

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.
• Complete nationwide deliveries of palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres
• Drivers interested in Night shift will predominately be supporting our trunking operation to Culina Sites
• No Cage work or Tipping
• Report to the Transport team at the start of each shift and keep them updated on delays, delivery issues or load discrepancies.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and ensure PODs are signed and returned to the Transport Office.
• Follow company procedures, including health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage your working time in line with the Road Transport Directive and tachograph rules.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects correctly and take responsibility for your unit and trailer, including temperature checks where required.
• Maintain a professional standard of behaviour, appearance and customer service at all times.
• Take advantage of night-out runs where available, if this is something you are interested in.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

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

In return for your passion, hard work and determination in providing outstanding service to our customers we offer:

All drivers get access to our HAPI benefits platform, including:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension scheme & Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Gym, wellbeing & eyecare discounts
• Everyday shopping discounts
• Aviva Digicare Workplace
• Free Will writing
• Long service awards
• Learning & development opportunities
• Colleague recognition & Employee of the Month

When our staff have passion for what they do they work with more care and attention which is reflected to our clients, Click APPLY NOW to #JoinOurWinningTeam and begin your career today