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HGV Class 1 Driver - Ports
full-timeWidnes

Summary

Location

Widnes

Type

full-time

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About this role

Company Description

Are you looking for a job that offers a Full-time contract, security, development and recognition?

Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best-known brands across core consumer and retail sectors. 

We are now recruiting for a Class 1 Driver to join our Ports Team at Widnes on a Full Time and Permanent Position. 

Job Description

The current opportunity is a container operation and will involve moving containers throughout the UK. It will also include loading and unloading at our customer sites and some manual handling maybe required. 

Shifts:

  • Sunday-Thursday - 17:00pm-19:00pm start window.

  • Monday-Friday 14:00pm.

  • Monday-Friday 16:00pm-19:00pm. 

Salary: All rates of pay include a Meal allowance and a Tier Payment already included. 

  • Monday-Friday Days - £14.50 per hour. 
  • Monday-Friday Nights - £15.80 per hour. 
  • Saturday and Sunday Day - £17.50 per hour
  • Saturday and Sunday Night - £18.00 per hour.
  • Bank Holidays - £18.31 per hour. 

Qualifications

  • You will need 6 months Class 1 experience. 
  • You should hold a valid HGV 1/C+E Licence, DCPC & Tacho Card.
  • No more than 6 points on your Licence with no DD/ DR Code convictions
  • 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 Stobart 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 LGV 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.

 

Other facts

Tech stack
HGV Driving,Container Operations,Loading,Unloading,Manual Handling,Vehicle Checks,Health And Safety,Communication Skills

About Culina Group

Great Bear are a leading private 3rd party Logistics company business formed in 1994 providing Dedicated and Shared user Warehousing and Distribution solutions across many sectors for International FMCG blue chip clients.

On 1st March 2016 the formation of the largest Independent UK logistics Group Great Bear was acquired by Culina Logistics, part of Muller Group.

The UK business has 5,000 employees, and manages over 7.5million sq. ft million sq. ft. of warehousing across 50 locations and operates a joint fleet of over 600 mixed large to medium modern commercial vehicle fleet, coupled with an extensive added value service offering.

We have built a reputation within the industry fostering long-term relationships on the core principal of customer service excellence.

Great Bear collaborate closely with clients to develop a deep understanding of their requirements, both operationally and strategically; this along with a passion for development and innovation ensures Great Bear and Culina Group remain at the forefront of our industry, leading to long term partnerships.

The Company has substantial and proven start-up and change management expertise, having managed large scale warehouse design and build and network change projects for our customers.

Our customer retention is unparalleled within the industry – to find out more please call or email
www.greatbear.co.uk
Great Business'​ with Great Brands choose Great Bear.

For more information contact Michael Pepper Development Manager Great Bear Distribution Ltd

Tel +44 01829 772200

Email: [email protected]

www.greatbear.co.uk

Post: Stellar House, Barbour Square, Tattenhall, Chester,England CH3 9RF

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Founding Year: 1994

What you'll do

  • The role involves moving containers throughout the UK and includes loading and unloading at customer sites. Some manual handling may be required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a HGV Class 1 Driver - Ports do at Culina Group?

As a HGV Class 1 Driver - Ports at Culina Group, you will: the role involves moving containers throughout the UK and includes loading and unloading at customer sites. Some manual handling may be required..

Why join Culina Group as a HGV Class 1 Driver - Ports?

Culina Group is a leading Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage company.

Is the HGV Class 1 Driver - Ports position at Culina Group remote?

The HGV Class 1 Driver - Ports position at Culina Group is based in Widnes, England, United Kingdom. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the HGV Class 1 Driver - Ports position at Culina Group?

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