Apprentice LGV/HGV C+E Class 1 Driver

Fowler Welch – a multi-award winning logistics provider who deliver a range of products and services to retailers and wholesalers across the nation. We live by a simple set of values: to delight our customers, maximise our efficiency, be socially responsible and promote being an employer of choice.

For the fourth year in a row we are proud to be recruiting for apprentices to join our Driver Apprenticeship scheme. Not only will you earn whilst you learn on our structured 12 month scheme, but on completion you will be guaranteed a permanent position with us to enable you to put your new set of skills to use!

We are now recruiting for Apprentice Class 1 Drivers to join our Team at Fowler Welch Evesham.

Shift: Monday-Friday 09:00am-17:00pm - Please note, once you have obtained your Licence your new shift pattern will be a 4ON 4OFF 10:00am start.

Salary: £397.33 per week.

• Over the 12 months, you will be working towards becoming a fully fledged member of our growing Driver team through work shadowing, ‘hands-on’ training and computer based learning.
• Throughout the scheme, you will have the full support and guidance of fellow colleagues, trainers and our dedicated Emerging Talent Team to help you grow and develop into an outstanding Logistics professional.
• Please note: as this is an apprenticeship, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who already hold a cat C or C+E licence, or who require sponsorship to be able to work in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will be responsible for collecting and delivering our customers’ products in line with our agreed service levels, whilst ensuring a professional service throughout.
• As well as the practical driving, you will be learning about the regulations surrounding Drivers’ Hours, Tachographs and Working Time legislation to ensure both compliance and safety standards are adhered to.

• Hold a valid full, manual, UK driving licence with at least 6 months driving experience and no more than 6 points. 
• You must be over the age of 18 at the time of starting the apprenticeship.
• Having a ‘can-do’ attitude and an appreciation of customer service are important qualities for us.
• The ability to remain motivated whilst working alone is essential for a driving focused role.
• An excellent team player is vital at Culina as the ability to communicate effectively with your colleagues will be an important part of the role.
• For safety purposes, we do require our apprentices to have a satisfactory medical assessment if successful at the assessment day,

*Please note, filtering of applicants will take place 1 – 2 weeks before the planned assessment date*

As part of our drive to make Culina Logistics 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:

• Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement in line with shift pattern.
• Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer
• Life Assurance -  x2 your annual salary
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year
• Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!