HGV Class 1 Driver (4 on 4 off Nights)

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!

We’re 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, we’d 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

Responsibilities

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.

Requirements

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 Driver’s 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.