Culina Logistics is the leading third party logistics business in the UK specialising in chilled warehousing, providing an excellent platform to food and drink manufacturers.
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!
Job Description
We’re looking for professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Culina Logistics team in Tilbury, 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 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 available
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4 on 4 off Shifts (Start times between 00:00 - 03:00, 14:00 - 17;00, 15:00 – 18:00 or 18:00 – 21:00)
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5 on 3 off Shifts (Start times between 00:00 - 03:00, 14:00 - 17;00, 15:00 – 18:00 or 18:00 – 21:00)
We offer flexibility in shift patterns and other shift patterns can be considered, let us know what you’re looking for, we’ll do our best to accommodate your preferences.
Pay rates
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4 on 4 off - £35499.30 basic salary
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5 on 3 off - £44252.37 basic salary
Our HGV Drivers have strong earning potential, with shift allowances premiums and the opportunity for overtime, drivers have the potential to earn up £52680 with OTE.
What you’ll be doing:
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Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK.
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Complete nationwide deliveries of palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres
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Drivers interested in Night shift will predominately be supporting our trunking operation to Culina Sites
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No Cage work or Tipping
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Report to the Transport team at the start of each shift and keep them updated on delays, delivery issues or load discrepancies.
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Complete all paperwork accurately and ensure PODs are signed and returned to the Transport Office.
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Follow company procedures, including health, safety and hygiene standards.
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Manage your working time in line with the Road Transport Directive and tachograph rules.
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Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects correctly and take responsibility for your unit and trailer, including temperature checks where required.
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Maintain a professional standard of behaviour, appearance and customer service at all times.
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No Planned Night Outs
Qualifications
What we’re looking for
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Valid C+E Licence.
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Current valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
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Minimum 3 months’ HGV Class 1 driving experience required
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No more than 6 points on your licence, with no DD or DR code convictions.
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Good understanding of Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive legislation.
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Ability to complete vehicle checks and report defects correctly.
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Commitment to on-site health and safety requirements.
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Excellent communication skills and a professional approach.
Additional Information
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:
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Premiums:
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£1,000/year for working every Saturday or Sunday
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£2,000/year if you work both
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£10 per shift (starts between 12:00–19:59)
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£15 per shift (starts between 20:00–03:59)
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Compensation pay after 11 hours
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Extra cash:
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£100 annual “Nil Infringement” Bonus
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Safe Drive Bonus
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Overtime rates available for those wanting extra days
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Driver of the month award
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Potential to be entered in to the Microlise Driver Of The Year Awards to win great prizes
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Refer a friend and get £600
In return for your passion, hard work and determination in providing outstanding service to our customers we offer:
All drivers get access to our HAPI benefits platform, including:
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Pension scheme & Life Assurance
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Gym, wellbeing & eyecare discounts
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Everyday shopping discounts
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Aviva Digicare Workplace
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Free Will writing
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Long service awards
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Learning & development opportunities
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Colleague recognition & Employee of the Month
When our staff have passion for what they do they work with more care and attention which is reflected to our clients, Click APPLY NOW to #JoinOurWinningTeam and begin your career today