Class 1 Shunter Driver – Growth, Benefits & Training

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

24/7 online GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

MyBenefits discounts

GXO University

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and safety-focused Shunter Driver for our Knottingley site, working on the Verallia contract. The role focuses on shunting and inter-site movements with occasional customer deliveries.

The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 06:00–17:00, at our Knottingley site in the United Kingdom. GXO offers a competitive salary and benefits package including a pension and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Full EU driving licence with C+E entitlement.
• Valid Driver Qualification Card (CPC).
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum of 2 years driving/shunting experience.
• No more than 6 penalty points; no DR/DG/DD/BA/CD/AC/TT99 offences in last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 1 (C+E) vehicles for palletised glass between local sites.
• Carry out regular shunting duties, including trailer movements and on-site positioning.
• Occasional customer deliveries as required.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects promptly.
• Ensure loads are secured and transported safely and legally.
• Adhere to road transport legislation and Working Time Directive.
• Follow health and safety procedures for handling glass products.
• Communicate with transport planners and site teams.

Skills

Shunter driving

Trailer movements

Health and safety awareness

Communication with planners

Education

EU driving licence (C+E)

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and safety-focused Shunter Driver for our Knottingley site, working on the Verallia contract. The role focuses on shunting and inter-site movements with occasional customer deliveries.

The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 06:00–17:00, at our Knottingley site in the United Kingdom. GXO offers a competitive salary and benefits package including a pension and career development opportunities.