HGV Class 1 Driver

Company Description

Are you looking for a job which rewards your hard work, doesn't treat you like just a number and values you, this is the job for you!

CML stores and delivers a wide variety of food products across the ambient and chilled temperature ranges, while it also offers a series of added value solutions to their clients.

Culina Group is a market leading food and drink logistics provider across the chilled and ambient temperature ranges, providing warehousing, distribution, contract packing and a series of value added solutions

We're looking for professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our CML team in Telford, supporting our Chilled operation and delivering to key retail customers across the UK.

This is a permanent day driving role offering full-time stability, and the opportunity to be part of a trusted logistics operation. You'll be joining a supportive transport team where safe driving, reliable service and high professional standards are valued every day.

Shift patterns available

• 5on 3off Days
• 5 on 3 off Nights
• Sunday to Thursday Days
• Wednesday to Sunday Days

We currently only have shift windows with starting times between 14:00 - 18:00 and 18:00 - 00:00.Due to the nature of the products being delivered, our drivers will have 3 hour start windows to ensure they are flexible depending on volume.

Pay rates

Our HGV Drivers have strong earning potential, with OTE earnings ranging from £44812 TO £56335 depending on shift pattern, overtime and applicable allowances.

What you'll be doing:

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.
• Complete nationwide deliveries to Regional Distribution Centres,
• Load and unload where required using PPT equipment.
• 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.
• Take advantage of night-out runs where available, if this is something you are interested in.

Qualifications

• Possession of LGV Class C+E Licence and valid DCPC
• Minimum 6 months experience driving LGV
• Full UK Driving License
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Adaptable and methodical approach to work/ training
• Conscientious and reliable
• Professional and approachable
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure
• Effectively prioritise work load in order to meet set deadlines
• Able to work using own initiative or as part of a team
• Knowledge of Road Transport Directive and current drivers' hours