HGV Class 1 Driver

Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors.
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!

Responsibilities

The roles are full time, working on a permanent basis and we have Days and Night shifts available; Shifts typically start between 02:00 and 07:00 for Days and 13:00 - 23:00 for Nights. We offer flexibility in shift patterns, so if these start dates and times don’t quite suit your availability, let us know what you’re looking for, we’ll do our best to accommodate your preferences.; Pay Rates:; We have increased our pay rates , with rates now ranging from £15.15 to £18.96 per hour , depending on shift – giving you even more reason to build your driving career with us.; Mon-Fri Days - £15.15 per hour; Mon-Fri Nights - £16.35 per hour; Saturday and Sunday Day Shift - £18.15 per hour; Saturday and Sunday Nights - £18.65 per hour; Bank Holidays - £18.96 per hour. On top of base salary our HGV Drivers will be entitled to £5 per shift tax-free meal allowance; Driver Responsibilities:; General Haulage with Curtainside trailers, to Distribution Centres and Stores; Supporting General work, including occasional store deliveries and requirement to load and unload cages; This role can involve manual handling, drop and swaps and general trunking; Completing all necessary vehicle checks and documentation; Maintaining high levels of safety, compliance, and professionalism; Working closely with the transport team to ensure smooth operations; Adhere to Driver's hours, WTD, and tachograph legislation.

Requirements

You should hold a valid C+E Licence and ideally have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience (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.