HGV Class 1 Driver (4 on 4 off Nights)

Company Description Great Bear (Part of the Culina Group) provides distribution services to FMCG clients.

Customer centric service focus is delivered through a site-level empowered culture.

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 Were looking for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Great Bear team in Minworth, This is a great opportunity to join a busy 24-hour transport operation supporting FMCG, supermarket RDC, cash and carry, and warehousing deliveries.

We are recruiting night shift drivers working on a 4 on 4 off working pattern.

The operation runs around the clock, so we are looking for drivers who can be flexible with start times and are confident working in a fast-paced transport environment.

If you take pride in safe driving, reliable service and professional customer delivery standards, wed love to hear from you.

Shift patterns available 4 on 4 off Nights Start times vary due to the nature of the operation, with night drivers supporting the evening and overnight operating.

Drivers are allocated a planned start time, with some flexibility required around operational needs.

We have increased our pay rates , with hourly rates now starting at £16.49 plus shift supplements for working between 18:00 - 06:00 What youll be doing: Delivering to supermarket RDCs, cash and carry locations, and customer sites.

Completing curtain-sided trailer work, including opening and closing curtains and securing loads.

Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects correctly.

Working safely and professionally in line with company procedures, driver hours, tachograph rules, and WTD legislation.

Maintaining regular communication with the transport office throughout your shift.

Completing paperwork accurately, including proof of delivery documentation.

Supporting a flexible operation where drivers may be required to work across different types of transport activity as needed.

Qualifications What were looking for Valid C+E Licence.

Minimum 12 months HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred; unfortunately, we cannot accept new pass drivers for this contract.

No more than 6 points on your licence and no DD or DR code convictions.

Current valid DCPC and Tachograph cards.

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 As part of our drive to make Great Beara 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 dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include: Annual Leave 28days inclusive of the bank holidays.

Pension scheme We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirementso we offer agreat contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.

Life Assurance - x2 your annual salary.

Wellness Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.

Eye Care Vouchers We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.

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