Class 1 Shunter Driver - Tankfreight

Woodside Logistics Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Shield health plan

Cycle to work scheme

Long service recognition

Development opportunities

Full induction and training

Job summary

Woodside Logistics Group is seeking an experienced Class 1 Shunter Driver to join our Liverpool operation. You will move trailers between depots and local port facilities, ensuring safe, efficient operations and strict adherence to safety standards.

The role involves positioning trailers for loading, maintaining daily vehicle checks, and working closely with port personnel to optimise trailer flow. A UK C+E licence, CPC, and tachograph card are required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Class 1 vehicles in yard/port environments.
• Valid UK C+E licence and CPC.
• Digital tachograph card required.

Responsibilities

• Shunt trailers between the depots and port terminals.
• Position trailers for loading and onward transport.
• Conduct daily vehicle and trailer safety checks.
• Ensure movements are completed safely and in accordance with procedures.
• Collaborate with traffic planners and port staff to maintain trailer flow.

Skills

Class 1 driving

Tank trailer operation

Driver CPC

Tachograph knowledge

WTD knowledge

Education

Full UK C+E licence

Job description

Location:

Liverpool

Shift Pattern:

Monday to Friday Dayshift (guaranteed 50 hour week)

Who are we?

Woodside Logistics Group has over 50 years’ experience of transporting between Great Britain and Ireland. There is a strong ‘can do’ culture within Woodside Logistics, driving us to find solutions which makes meeting our customers’ needs a priority. We also place great emphasis on maintaining quality equipment, delivering quality training and applying rigorous controls. Operating across the UK and Ireland, we are proud to have one of the largest and most diverse trailer fleets in the industry.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an experienced Class 1 Shunter Driver to join our Liverpool operation. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers between our depot and local port facilities, ensuring operational requirements are met while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

The Person:

The successful candidate will have experience operating Class 1 vehicles and be confident manoeuvring trailers in busy yard and port environments. They will be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

We require a driver who:

• Has a professional and positive attitude.
• Is reliable, conscientious, and flexible.
• Is confident using smartphones and electronic systems where required.
• Can work safely in a fast-paced operational environment.

The Role:

The role will involve:

• Shunting trailers between the depots and local port terminals.
• Positioning trailers for loading, unloading, and onward transport.
• Shunting tank trailers to and from tank wash facilities as required.
• Conducting daily vehicle and trailer safety checks.
• Ensuring all movements are completed safely and in accordance with site and port procedures.
• Complying with all relevant road transport legislation and company policies.
• Working closely with traffic planners, port personnel, and operational teams to maintain efficient trailer flow.
• Supervising and assisting with the washing and drying of tank trailers to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
• Applying and checking tank seals following cleaning and operational requirements.
• Ensuring wash certificates are correctly completed, secured with the relevant tank, and available for inspection when required.

Full induction and ongoing training will be provided.

Rate of Pay:

Basic rate of pay £15.76

A full UK C+E licence.

Digital tachograph card and driver's CPC qualification card.

Able to maintain a good standard of driving.

Clean license preferable but up to a maximum 6 points is acceptable.

Good knowledge of driver’s hours and WTD regulations.

Competitive pay rate and allowance for nights out (if applicable).

Full induction and training on all aspects of the role is provided on a one-on-one basis with one of our Driver Trainers.

Fully funded healthcare plan with Health Shield.

Long service recognition.

Cycle to work scheme.

Opportunities for personal development.

Role specific training.

Our Diversity and Inclusion commitments

Woodside Logistics Group is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us.

Please note:

The company operate pre-employment drugs screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear screening test result.

You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the posts at any time, once we have sufficient applications.

Prospective employees are expected to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.