HGV Class 1 Driver

Company Description

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 Transport Logistics division– as one of the UK's most trusted transport specialists, we deliver flexible transport solutions backed by our nationwide network, industry-leading expertise and innovative technology. Our teams provide reliable, efficient and responsive services that help customers keep products moving and businesses growing.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting permanent HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our team at the Tesco Distribution Centre in Doncaster, supporting our busy General Haulage operation. This role involves completing store and RDC deliveries across the region and is ideal for professional drivers who take pride in safe driving, excellent customer service, and delivering high standards every day.

Whether you're looking for day shifts or night shifts, we offer a variety of working patterns to suit your lifestyle. Some weekend working may be required as part of the role.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent, full-time employment
• Competitive pay rates of up to £18.65 per hour
• Day and Night shifts available
• £5 tax-free meal allowance per shift
• Modern fleet and well-maintained equipment
• Stable, long-term employment with a leading logistics operation
• Supportive transport team and structured driver onboarding

Shift Start Times

Day Shifts

• Start times typically between 02:00 and 07:00

Night Shifts

• Flexible start times available across the evening and overnight period

We offer flexibility wherever possible, so if these start times don't suit your availability, we'd still like to hear from you.

Pay Rates

Day Shifts

• Monday to Friday: £15.15 per hour
• Saturday and Sunday: £18.15 per hour

Night Shifts

• Monday to Friday: £16.35 per hour
• Saturday and Sunday: £18.65 per hour

Additional Payments

• £5 tax-free meal allowance per shift
• Bank Holidays: £18.96 per hour

The Role

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering to Distribution Centres and retail stores across the region
• Supporting store delivery work, including occasional loading and unloading of cages
• Completing trunking routes, drop and swaps, and general haulage assignments
• Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and completing all relevant paperwork
• Maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and professionalism
• Working closely with the transport team to ensure efficient operations
• Complying with Driver Hours Regulations, Working Time Directive, and Tachograph legislation

Qualifications

• 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.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Culina Transport a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• 28 Days paid Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays (An additional 6 days leave after 5 years’ service)
• Fully paid Uniform and PPE including gloves and boots
• Fully paid DCPC training and reimbursement of statutory HGV Driver Medical and Eye Tests up to the value of £100.
• Life assurance from Day 1.
• Death in service, 2 x basic salary after 12 months service, as long as you’re a pension service member.
• 25% discount off food at our Truck Stops.
• Length of Service Recognition Scheme - £250 paid for every Five years’ service.
• Access to the Reward Me Now app offering deals and discounts at over 120 brands.
• Access to Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace, a free to access service, with access to Digital GP Appointments, Mental Health Consultants and annual Health Check.
• Discounted Gym memberships.