Class 1 Shunter

Driver Hire Blackburn; Colne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Driver Hire Blackburn are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 1 Shunter Driver to join our client's operation on a temporary basis, with ongoing work available for the right driver. The role requires busy yard experience and, importantly, has experience using yard shunting tugs.

Pay is £15.25 per hour - Days and £16.25 per hour - Nights, with shifts at 06:00, 14:00 and 22:00 starts. You must hold a valid HGV Class 1 licence and have shunting experience.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence required.
• Previous Class 1 shunting experience essential.
• Previous experience using shunting tugs is essential.
• Experience coupling and uncoupling trailers.
• Good understanding of yard safety procedures.
• Reliable and professional approach to work.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers safely around the site and yard.
• Shunt trailers between loading bays and designated areas.
• Use shunting tugs to move trailers efficiently.
• Couple and uncouple trailers.
• Complete trailer and vehicle checks.
• Position trailers accurately at loading bays.
• Work safely within a busy yard environment.
• Communicate with warehouse and transport teams.
• Follow all site health & safety procedures.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

Shunting experience

Shunting tugs

Trailer coupling/uncoupling

Yard safety procedures

Communication skills

Tools

Shunting Tug Equipment

Job description

Class 1 Shunter Driver - Tug Experience Required

Location: [Insert Location]

Pay: £15.25 per hour - Days | £16.25 per hour - Nights

Job Type: Temporary - Ongoing Work

Shifts: 06:00am, 14:00pm & 22:00pm starts

Driver Hire Blackburn are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 1 Shunter Driver to join our client's operation on a temporary basis, with ongoing work available for the right driver.

This role is ideal for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver / Shunter Driver who has previous experience working in a busy yard environment and, importantly, has experience using yard shunting tugs.

The Role

As a Class 1 Shunter Driver, your main responsibilities will include:

• Moving trailers safely around the site and yard
• Shunting trailers between loading bays and designated areas
• Using shunting tugs to move trailers efficiently
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers
• Completing trailer and vehicle checks
• Positioning trailers accurately at loading bays
• Working safely within a busy yard environment
• Communicating effectively with the warehouse and transport teams
• Following all site health & safety procedures

Shift Pattern

The role operates across three rotating shift times:

06:00am starts - Days
14:00pm starts - Days
22:00pm starts - Nights

Pay Rates

• £15.25 per hour - Day Shifts
• £16.25 per hour - Night Shifts

Requirements

To be considered for this Class 1 Shunter Driver position, you must have previous shunting experience.

In particular, you will need:

• A valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Previous Class 1 shunting experience
• Previous experience using shunting tugs is essential
• Experience coupling and uncoupling trailers
• Good understanding of yard safety procedures
• Reliable and professional approach to work
• Good communication skills

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Class 1 Shunter Driver looking for regular work across a range of shifts.

If you have HGV Class 1, shunting and tug experience and are looking for your next driving opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.