HGV Class 1 Driver
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Job Summary
Were 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. Youll 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 35499.30 - 44252.37 basic per annum depending on shift pattern plus overtime and shift allowances with the potential to earn up 52680 with OTE.
What youll 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 were looking for
- Valid CE 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
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Culina Group is a market leading provider of high quality logistics services for food and drink companies in the UK and Ireland. We serve a sizeable portfolio of customers - ranging from niche operators to major multinational companies - across our vast depot network, comprised of ov ... View more