HGV Class 1 Driver
culinagroup1
HGV Class 1 Driver
culinagroup1· Operations
About this role
Company Description
CML part of the Culina Group are now recruiting for HGV Drivers in Telford.
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
Job Description
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.
If you take pride in doing the job properly, delivering great service and representing the business professionally on the road, we’d love to hear from you.
Shift patterns available
- Wednesday to Sunday
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 £41756 to £52000 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
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This HGV Class 1 Driver role at culinagroup1 is based in gb, Shropshire, Telford, Telford, Shropshire, United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the HGV Class 1 Driver role at culinagroup1 full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a HGV Class 1 Driver role in the Operations department at culinagroup1.
Which team or department does the HGV Class 1 Driver at culinagroup1 belong to?
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This HGV Class 1 Driver position at culinagroup1 was posted on Aug 11, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
HGV Class 1 Driver
culinagroup1
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