HGV Class 1 Driver

Who are Culina?

Culina is the UK’s leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation’s best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We're proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day.

We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Chilled & Fresh division – from supplier to shelf, we make fresh supply chains simpler. Our expertise in temperature-controlled logistics ensures products are delivered safely, efficiently and on time, helping customers maximise availability and minimise waste.

We’re looking for professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Culina Chilled & Fresh team in Spalding, supporting our Meat Processing and packaging 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-

- Monday to Friday 05:00 Starts

Salary- From £14.72ph- £20.73ph depending on shift times.

- Ensure correct and thorough completion of paperwork
- Observe and adhere to company rules and procedures, including all aspects of health, safety and hygiene
- Maintain a good working knowledge of operations within the transport department
- Effectively manage own working time in line with the Road Transport Directive
- Adhere to tachograph rules and regulations at all times
- Ensure daily vehicle checks are completed in line with company procedure
- Responsible for unit and trailer, including temperature checks
- Ensure proof of deliveries (PODs) are signed and returned to the Transport Office after delivery
- Achieve and succeed fuel efficiency targets set by the business
- Any other duties as reasonably required

Requirements

You should hold a valid C+E Licence; Previous Class 1 Driving Experience is advantageous however we will consider New Pass Drivers; No more than 6 points and no DD/ DR Code convictions.; Hold a current valid DCPC & Tacho cards.; Understand and able to comply with Driver’s hours and WTD legislation.; Able to understand and carry out necessary vehicle checks to ensure vehicle safety and able to report defects correctly.; Should comply with on-site health and safety requirements.; Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Fully funded CPC training that takes place on a paid working day; ‘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 a Culina Chilled & Fresh employee equal to three times your basic salary; Competitive Pension Scheme; Recognition schemes for our exceptional employees – monthly winners receive £100 of shopping vouchers