Class 1 Shunter – 4-on/4-off, Great Pay & Stability

Stobart; Northampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 on, 4 off shifts

Permanent full-time

Modern fleet equipment

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Stobart is seeking an experienced Class 1 Driver for Shunter roles, offering stable night or day shifts with a 4 on, 4 off pattern. You will safely move trailers around the yard, position vehicles on loading bays, and support inter-depot movements while maintaining high safety standards.

The role requires a Full C+E entitlement, prior shunting experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salaries are on offer with modern fleet and strong team support.

Qualifications

• Must have previous shunting experience.
• Experience in a very fast paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work to challenging deadlines in a pressurised environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely shunting trailers between designated areas on site.
• Carrying out inter-depot trailer movements as required.
• Positioning trailers on loading and unloading bays in line with operational requirements.
• Maintaining communication with operational teams using two-way radios.
• Completing daily vehicle and trailer safety checks.
• Reporting any defects, damage, accidents, or incidents promptly.
• Ensuring refrigerated trailers are set to the correct temperatures.
• Monitoring fridge diesel levels and ensuring adequate fuel is maintained.
• Working professionally and collaboratively with colleagues across the site.
• Reporting breaches of site speed limits by drivers or subcontractors.
• Maintaining organised parking areas and reporting any site housekeeping issues.
• Ensuring high standards of hygiene and housekeeping are maintained.
• Working safely and adhering to all company policies and Health & Safety legislation.

Skills

Previous shunting experience

Fast-paced environment

Written and verbal communication

Deadline-driven

Education

Full C+E entitlement

Job description

Stobart is seeking an experienced Class 1 Driver for Shunter roles, offering stable night or day shifts with a 4 on, 4 off pattern. You will safely move trailers around the yard, position vehicles on loading bays, and support inter-depot movements while maintaining high safety standards.

The role requires a Full C+E entitlement, prior shunting experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salaries are on offer with modern fleet and strong team support.