Class 1 Shunter Driver

People Solutions Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Birmingham seeks a Class 1 Shunter Driver to manage trailer shunting tasks efficiently. This opportunity offers a competitive pay rate of £16 per hour, ongoing work, and immediate starts. Candidates are required to have a valid UK CE licence and a minimum of two years’ experience driving in a fast-paced environment. Training and assessment support will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Benefits

Excellent Hourly Rates

Ongoing Work

Weekly Pay

Training Provided

Immediate Starts

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience driving and shunting.
• No more than six penalty points for minor infringements.
• Must complete Driver's Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Shunting of 45ft and double deck trailers onto allocated bays.
• Daily yard checks following health and safety guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch.

Skills

Communication

Punctuality

Time keeping skills

Understanding of traffic laws

Ability to speak and read English

Education

UK Category CE Licence

UK CPC Card

UK Digi Card

Job description

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WORKING FIVE DAYS BETWEEN MONDAY - SUNDAY

START TIMES BETWEEN: 03:00 - 06.00

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Class 1 Shunter Driver to join our well-established client based in Aston, Birmingham.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering great rates of pay and room to grow and progress.

As a Class 1 Shunter Driver you will receive the following benefits:

• Excellent Hourly Rates
• Ongoing Work
• Weekly Pay
• Training Provided
• Immediate Starts

Rates of Pay

• Monday to Friday Days £16.00 per hour

Day to Day Duties

Your duties as a Class 1 Shunter Driver will involve but not be limited to:

• Must be able to use a Terberg
• Shunting of 45ft and double deck trailers onto allocated bays
• Daily yard checks following site rules and health and safety guidelines
• Ensure all cargo is loaded and secured properly
• Adhere to traffic laws and regulations
• Communicate effectively with dispatch
• Report any vehicle or trailer defects or maintenance needs to management
• Able to cover trunking routes when required.
• About 30 to 40 moves per day

As a Class 1 Shunter Driver you will need to:

• Hold a valid UK Category CE Licence
• Minimum of two years’ experience driving and shunting.
• No more than six penalty points for minor infringements and no major endorsement codes
• Have a valid UK CPC Card & UK Digi Card
• Must be able to speak and read a good level of English
• Punctuality and excellent time keeping skills
• Have a good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
• Excellent communication as they will be communicating with both Transport and warehouse, using a radio is essential to the role.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Training

• Driver's Assessment will have to be completed
• Industry related training and support throughout

Apply

• If you are ready to get started, apply now using the link below

People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process