Class 1 Shunter & Tug Driver

DPD Group UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking an experienced Class 1 Shunter for night shift operations in Dagenham. Key responsibilities include safely moving trailers and conducting pre-use checks on all vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a Class 1 LGV Licence and experience in a similar role. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and a full range of comprehensive benefits including holiday trading, enhanced maternity/paternity packages, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Holiday trading

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Free life assurance

Unum Help@Hand health services

Free On Site Parking

Discounted shopping

Free company uniform

Fully funded CPC renewal

Qualifications

• Must have a Class 1 LGV Licence (C + E).
• Experience in a similar position required, preferably with night shifts.
• Willing to undertake additional training.

Responsibilities

• Safely move trailers and tugs in the yard.
• Perform pre-use checks on vehicles.
• Maintain logs of vehicle movements.
• Support warehouse operations as needed.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Experience in a similar position

Class 1 LGV Licence (C + E)

Current driver CPC card

Excellent spatial awareness

Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations

Good physical fitness

Basic computer skills

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility to work varying shift patterns

Job description

Company Description

• Contract:Permanent,40Hours PerWeek


• Hourly Rate:£17.91ph- Overtime paid at enhanced rate


• Location:DPD Dagenham,Unit 2, Orion Park, Messina Way, Dagenham, RM9 6FF


• Days of Work:Monday to Friday


• Hours of Work / Start Time: 00:00 to 08:30

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Class 1 Shunter for our night shift operations.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Safely and efficiently moving trailers and tugs through the confines of the yard, adhering to all site speed limits and traffic management systems


• Conducting thorough pre-use checks on all vehicles and equipment before commencing work


• Strictly adhering to yard Health and Safety procedures and regulations at all times, including wearing appropriate PPE


• Promptly reporting any damage seen or that may have occurred during movements of trailers to the shift supervisor


• Maintaining accurate logs of all vehicle movements and activities throughout the shift


• Assisting in the organisation and optimisation of trailer placement within the yard to maximise efficiency


• Collaborating effectively with warehouse staff and drivers to ensure smooth loading and unloading operations


• Participating in regular safety briefings and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives


• Occasional delivery duties, including local runs as required


• Supporting warehouse operations during quieter periods, such as assisting with inventory checks or general tidying


• Ensuring the yard is kept clean, tidy, and free from obstacles that could impede operations


• Remaining vigilant and reporting any security concerns or unauthorised personnel in the yard area

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

• The ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced and pressured environment to ensure that our yard operation runs as smoothly as possible


• Have experience in a similar position, preferably with night shift operations


• Hold a Class 1 LGV Licence (C + E)


• A current driver CPC card


• Continuously demonstrating the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability in all aspects of your work.


• Excellent spatial awareness and manoeuvring skills in confined spaces


• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations in a logistics environment


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team during night shifts


• Good physical fitness to handle the demands of the role


• Excellent time management and organisational skills


• Flexibility to work varying shift patterns, including weekends and bank holidays as required


• Basic computer skills for logging and reporting purposes


• A proactive approach to identifying and solving problems in the yard


• Willingness to undertake additional training and development as needed


• Demonstrating the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability in all aspects of your work.

About our benefits

We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…

• Holiday trading


• Enhanced maternity and paternity package


• Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme


• Unum Help@Hand - essential health and wellbeing services for you and eligible family members


• Health Kiosks visiting every location


• Vitality at Work


• Free On Site Parking


• Discounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping


• Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends


• For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses


• Free company uniform


• Full training and induction


• Fully funded CPC renewal


• Modern and well maintained fleet

Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities.

If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers' promises, then this is the job for you! Apply today