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    Culina Group

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    HGV Class 1 Driver

    Bristol, United KingdomOn-SiteFull-time£43.5k / yearPosted 4w ago
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    Job description

    Ready to Hit the Road with a Winning Team?

    At Culina Logistics, we don’t just move chilled goods, we move careers forward. We’re a powerhouse in the UK’s food and drink supply chain, and we’re looking for Class 1 drivers who want more than just a job. If you’re reliable, professional, and ready to be part of something bigger, this is your moment.

    This is a permanent role offering full-time stability for HGV Class 1 drivers who will be responsible for RDC 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.

    💰 Salary: £43,452 basic + shift premiums + bonuses

    Shift Patterns:

    We know flexibility matters. That’s why we offer a 5 on 3 off shift pattern:

    • Start windows currently available
      • 15:00-18:00
      • 21:00-00:00
      • 00:00-03:00

    What You’ll Be Doing:

    • Delivering palletised goods to regional distribution centres across England and Wales
    • Collecting palletised stock from local/regional suppliers
    • Trunking stock to and from other Culina group sites
    • Driving for top-tier clients with limited handball
    • Occasionally sleeping overnight in a vehicle (with generous allowances)

      What we’re looking for

      • Valid C+E Licence.
      • Current valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
      • Minimum 12 months’ HGV Class 1 driving experience is essential
      • Live within a 30-mile commutable distance of the site (BS11 0YH)
      • No more than 6 points on your licence, with no DD or DR code convictions.
      • 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.

      On top of a permanent, full-time role with guaranteed hours, our drivers also have the opportunity to boost their earning potential through a range of additional premiums and rewards, including:

      • Premiums:
        • £1,000/year for working every Saturday or Sunday
        • £2,000/year if you work both
        • £10 per shift (starts between 12:00–19:59)
        • £15 per shift (starts between 20:00–03:59)
        • Compensation pay after 11 hours
        • Night out allowance
      • Extra cash:
        • £100 annual “Nil Infringement” Bonus
        • Safe Drive Bonus
        • Overtime rates available for those wanting extra days
        • Driver of the month award
        • Potential to be entered in to the Microlise Driver Of The Year Awards to win great prizes
        • Refer a friend and get £600

      In addition to the above you will also receive the following benefits through our HAPI benefits platform.

      • Employee assistance programme.
      • Refer a Friend schemes.
      • Long service awards.
      • Cycle to work schemes.
      • Employee of the Month.
      • Eyecare Discounts.
      • Pension scheme.
      • Every day discounts.
      • Life Assurance.
      • Gym and wellbeing discounts.
      • Colleague recognition.
      • Aviva Digicare Workplace. 
      • Free Will writing.
      • Learning and development opportunities. 

      Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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      About the company

      Culina Group

      🚛 Join Our Team as a Full-Time, Permanent HGV Driver!  🚛 Are you looking for a secure, long‑term driving career —without the uncertainty of agency work? This could be the perfect role for you. Based in Sittingbourne, you’ll join a dedicated team working on one of our key retail partnerships, delivering to Morrisons stores. Here’s what you can expect: Well-planned multi-drop deliveries within a 125-mile radius No manual handling Realistic 9–12 hour shifts designed to get you home on time Modern vehicles, high maintenance standards, and a professional transport team that values safe, compliant, and stress-free operations This is a structured, respectful driving environment on a major retail contract where routes make sense, support is always available, and you’re treated as the professional driver you are.

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