HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

Company Description Stobart(Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UKs best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors.
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 Increase Your Earnings with Overtime Rates of Up to £32.49 Per Hour
We are recruiting permanent HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our operations at Morrisons RDC in Bridgwater to support our General Haulage operations. This role is ideal for a driver who takes pride in safe driving, excellent customer service, and dependable delivery standards.
The roles are full-time and permanent, with opportunities available across both Days and Nights .
Current shift patterns include:
Day and Night shifts available
Flexible start times across the week
Working any 5 from 7 days
Weekend working may be required in line with business demand
Pay Rates
We have recently increased our pay rates, with rates now ranging from £18.05 to £32.49 per hour , depending on shift and overtime, giving you even more reason to build your driving career with us.
Base Rates
Monday to Friday Days: £18.05 per hour
Monday to Friday Nights: £21.66 per hour
Saturday and Sunday Days: £19.86 per hour
Saturday and Sunday Nights: £23.47 per hour
Overtime Rates
Monday to Friday Days: £27.08 per hour
Monday to Friday Nights: £30.69 per hour
Saturday and Sunday Days: £28.88 per hour
Saturday and Sunday Nights: £32.49 per hour
Driver Responsibilities
General Haulage using curtainside trailers to Distribution Centres and Stores
Collections from stores for delivery back into Distribution Centres
Supporting general operational requirements, including occasional store deliveries and loading/unloading of cages
Trunking opportunities available, subject to operational requirements
Completing all vehicle safety checks and associated documentation
Maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and professionalism
Working closely with the transport team to ensure smooth and efficient operations
Adhering to Drivers' Hours, WTD, 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 Drivers 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 Stobarta 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 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 HGVDriver 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 youre 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.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bridgwater

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-08-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English