Class 1 ShunterTug Driver Nights

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

Job summary

A leading logistics company based in Greater London is seeking an experienced Class 1 Shunter for night shift operations. The role involves safely moving trailers, adhering to health and safety regulations, and maintaining accurate logs of activities. Candidates should possess a Class 1 LGV Licence, a current driver CPC card, and demonstrate strong spatial awareness. DPD offers a variety of benefits including holiday trading and enhanced maternity packages, fostering a supportive workplace for career development.

Benefits

Holiday trading

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Free life assurance

Free company uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position preferably with night shift operations.
• Excellent spatial awareness and manoeuvring skills in confined spaces.
• Good physical fitness to handle the demands of the role.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently moving trailers and tugs in the yard.
• Conducting thorough pre-use checks on all vehicles before work.
• Assisting in the organisation of trailer placement for efficiency.

Skills

Inventory Control

Basic Math

Commercial Driving

Heavy Lifting

Education

Class 1 LGV Licence (C E)

Current driver CPC card

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

• 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

Additional Information

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 by 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× salary on joining the pension scheme
• Unum – 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 hundreds 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

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full‑time

Key Skills

Inventory Control, Basic Math, Paratransit, Tanker Experience, Van Driver, Box Truck Experience, Commercial Driving, Commercial Vehicle Experience, Delivery Driver Experience, Manual Transmission Experience, Driving, Heavy Lifting

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1