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 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-

- Saturday-Tuesday Start time 21:00pm-23:00pm
- 4on4off- Start time 21:00pm-23:00pm
- Saturday- Start time Tuesday 23:00pm-01:00am
- 4on4off Start time 23:00pm-01:00am
- Sunday-Wednesday Start time 01:00am-02:00am
- 4on4off- Start time 01:00am-02:00am

Tramping-

- Friday-Monday Start time 22:00pm-00:01pm
- 4on4off- Start time 22:00pm-00:01pm
- 4on4off 00:01pm-02:00am

Salary- From £14.72ph- £20.73ph

Responsibilities

Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.; Operating refrigerated articulated vehicles; 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.

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; ‘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