Job Description
We’re looking for professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Culina Chilled & Fresh team in Washington, 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, Farms and Packhouse 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
- Sunday to Thursday (Start window 00:01 - 04:00)
- Tuesday to Saturday (Start window 02:00 - 06:00, 04:00 - 08:00, 14:00 - 18:00)
- Thursday to Monday (Start window 02:00 - 06:00, 04:00 - 08:00, 12:00 - 16:00)
- Friday to Monday (Start window 00:01 - 04:00, 08:00 - 12:00)
- Friday to Tuesday (Start Window 04:00 - 08:00_)
We offer flexibility in shift patterns and other shift patterns can be considered, let us know what you’re looking for, we’ll do our best to accommodate your preferences.
Pay rates
- Pay rates range from £13.50 - £21.91 per hour depending on shift, plus opportunity for overtime and subsistence allowances
Qualifications
- Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.
- We have a variety of roles available including Night Outs, Trunking, Scotland Return Runs and local store deliveries.
- Complete nationwide deliveries of palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres, Farms and Packhouses
- 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.
Additional Information
- Fully funded CPC training that takes place on a paid working day
- ‘Safedrive’ Scheme – we reward our drivers on safe, efficient and legally compliant driving, with the potential of earning an extra £1,000 a year!
- ‘Collision Free Year’ awards and associated yearly prize draws
- Coveted ‘Driver of the Year’ accolade – highlighting our very best drivers and rewarding them with prizes including £500 of vouchers
- Free Healthcare Cash Plan
- Free Life Insurance as an employee equal to three times your basic salary
- Competitive Pension Scheme
- Recognition schemes for our exceptional employees – monthly winners receive £100 of shopping vouchers
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Hgv Class 1 Driver in North East employer: Culina
Great Bear, part of the Culina Group, is an exceptional employer located in Chorley, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises efficiency and teamwork. With competitive salaries and a commitment to employee development, we foster a culture where staff can thrive and grow within the logistics sector. Join us for a rewarding career where your contributions directly impact our success and customer satisfaction.
