CLASS 1 SHUNTER

Gi Group UK; Ryton-on-Dunsmore; Sur place; GBP 29 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Weekly PAYE pay

Free on-site parking

Overtime opportunities

Gi Group benefits package

Training for new drivers

Résumé du poste

Gi Group UK is seeking a Class 1 Shunter Driver for ongoing shunting work in Ryton-on-Dunsmore. You will operate a Terberg tug in the yard, load/unload, move trailers, and perform daily vehicle checks to meet timed shunts.

Shifts are available seven days a week with 10-hour days. Requires HGV Class 1, Driver CPC, and a Digital Tachograph card; 6 months shunting or 2 years driving preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph card.
• Minimum age of 21 for insurance purposes.
• 6 months shunting experience or 2 years driving preferred.
• Maximum of 6 penalty points (SP endorsements only; no other endorsement types accepted).
• Must provide a full 2-year work or education history.
• Calm under pressure, flexible, with strong customer service, communication, and attention to detail.

Responsabilités

• Load, unload, and secure freight safely.
• Using a Terberg (Tug) shunting vehicle in the yard.
• Moving trailers across the yard efficiently.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report any defects immediately.
• Work efficiently to meet timed shunts for deliveries.
• Trailers may include alcohol products.

Connaissances

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Formation

2 years driving experience

Outils

Digital Tachograph card

Description du poste

Class 1 Shunter Driver

Location: Ryton-on-Dunsmore

Pay Rate: £20.73 - £28.01 per hour (Inclusive holiday)

Our client in Ryton-on-Dunsmore requires some ongoing shunting work

Candidates will complete an assessment followed by 2/3 site specific shunting training

Upon successful completion of the assessment, candidates will move into ongoing work with our client

Class 1 Shunter Driver - Rates of Pay: Standard Rate (Weeks 1-12):

Day 1

• Days - £18.50 / £20.73 (ADV HOL)
• Nights - £20.00 / £22.41 (ADV HOL)
• Saturday Days - £25.00 / £28.01 (ADV HOL)
• Saturday Nights - £25.00 / £28.01 (ADV HOL)
• Sunday Days - £25.00 / £28.01 (ADV HOL)
• Sunday Nights - £25.00 / £28.01 (ADV HOL)

After 12 weeks

• Days - £20.53 / £23.00 (ADV HOL)
• Nights - £21.03 / £23.56 (ADV HOL)
• Saturday Days - £25.00 / £28.01 (ADV HOL)
• Saturday Nights - £25.00 / £28.01 (ADV HOL)
• Sunday Days - £25.00 / £28.01 (ADV HOL)
• Sunday Nights - £25.00 / £28.01 (ADV HOL)
• Bank Holiday Days - £41.06 / £46.01 (ADV HOL)
• Bank Holiday Nights - £42.06 / £47.13 (ADV HOL)

Class 1 Shunter Driver - Shifts and Hours:

• Shifts available 7 days a week (Part time & full time available)
• Night start windows: 19:00 - 22:00
• Afternoon start windows: 12:00 - 16:00
• Morning start TBC
• Shifts run on average around 10 hours per day

Class 1 Shunter Driver - The Role:

• Load, unload, and secure freight safely
• Using a Terberg (Tug) shunting vehicle in the yard
• Moving trailers across the yard efficiently
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report any defects immediately
• Work efficiently to meet timed shunts for deliveries
• Trailers may include alcohol products

Class 1 Shunter Driver - Requirements & Key Criteria:

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph card
• Minimum age of 21 for insurance purposes
• 6 months shunting experience / 2 years driving preferred
• Maximum of 6 penalty points (SP endorsements only; no other endorsement types accepted)
• Must provide a full 2-year work or education history
• Calm under pressure, flexible, with strong customer service, communication, and attention to detail

Why Choose This Role?

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Free on-site parking
• Overtime opportunities available
• Full Gi Group benefits package
• Practical training support for newly passed drivers

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