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HGV Class 1 Driver - Ports
Culina Group
Widnes, England, United Kingdom["Full-time"]
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Company Description
Join Our Team as a Full-Time, Class 1 Ports Driver.
Are you looking for a secure, long-term driving career—not the uncertainty of agency work? We’ve got the perfect opportunity for you!
What We Offer:
Permanent Contract – Stability you can count on.
Guaranteed Hours – No last-minute cancellations.
Competitive Pay & Benefits.
A supportive team that values YOU.
Job Description
Are you looking for a secure, long-term driving career with guaranteed hours and a permanent contract? We are currently recruiting Class 1 (C+E) Ports Drivers to join our growing operation, moving containers throughout the UK from key port locations.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a professional and supportive transport team, offering stable work, competitive rates of pay, and a variety of shift patterns to suit your lifestyle.
What's on Offer?
Permanent contract from day one
Guaranteed hours and regular work
Competitive pay rates
Day and Night shift opportunities available
Modern fleet and equipment
Supportive transport and operations teams
Long-term career stability with a leading logistics operation
The Role
Working within our container transport operation, you will be responsible for:
Transporting containers nationwide from port locations
Delivering to customer sites across the UK
Completing all vehicle checks and transport documentation
Ensuring compliance with Driver Hours Regulations and company procedures
Maintaining high standards of safety, professionalism and customer service
Shift Patterns Available
Day Shifts
Monday to Friday
Weekend shifts available
Night Shifts
Monday to Friday
Tuesday to Saturday
Night start times available across the evening and overnight period.
Pay Rates
Monday to Friday Days: £14.60 per hour
Monday to Friday Nights: £15.80 per hour
Saturday & Sunday Days: £17.60 per hour
Saturday & Sunday Nights: £18.10 per hour
Bank Holidays: £18.41 per hour
Qualifications
Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
Driver CPC Qualification Card
Digital Tachograph Card
Previous container experience is desirable but not essential
Good knowledge of Driver Hours and WTD regulations
A professional and safety-focused attitude
Additional Information
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.