HGV Class 1 Driver

Were looking for professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Fowler Welch team in Spalding, supporting our Chilled operation and delivering to key retail customers across the UK. Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now. This is a permanent role offering full-time stability for HGV Class 1 drivers who will be responsible for RDC, Farms and Packhouse deliveries. This role is ideal for a HGV driver who takes pride in safe driving, excellent customer service and dependable delivery standards. Youll be joining a supportive transport team where safe driving, reliable service and high professional standards are valued every day. Shift Patterns- Saturday-Tuesday Start time 21:00pm-23:00pm 4on4off- Start time 21:00pm-23:00pm Saturday- Start time Tuesday 23:00pm-01:00am 4on4off Start time 23:00pm-01:00am Sunday-Wednesday Start time 01:00am-02:00am 4on4off- Start time 01:00am-02:00am Tramping- Friday-Monday Start time 22:00pm-00:01pm 4on4off- Start time 22:00pm-00:01pm 4on4off 00:01pm-02:00am What you'll be doing: Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises across the UK. Operating refrigerated articulated vehicles Complete nationwide deliveries of palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres, Farms and Packhouses 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. Job requirements You should hold a valid C+E Licence Previous Class 1 Driving Experience is advantageous however 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. xwwtmva Excellent communication skills.