HGV 1 Shunter Driver

More Driver Solutions; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Bedford seeks an experienced HGV 1 Night Shunter for a full-time role. The position involves working closely with transport teams, ensuring trailer availability for loading, and maintaining yard operations. The ideal candidate has essential shunting experience and good communication skills. Pay rates are GBP17.91 per hour on weekdays and GBP20.43 per hour on weekends, with additional pay for extra shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous shunting (TUG) experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure trailer availability for loading.
• Control of yard space and bays.
• Audit trailer movements via tracking sheets.
• Communicate via a 2-way radio.
• Liaise with staff for loading requirements.
• Complete vehicle checks for 0-defect adherence.
• Monitor service/MOT trailers.
• Occasional unit shunting.

Skills

Shunting experience

Good communication

Attention to detail

Job description

We are recruiting for a HGV 1 Night Shunter for our customer based in Bedford.

This position is a full time position.

Shift Pattern available is 4 on 4 off (Apply online only)

Duties will include but are not limited to;

• Working closely with Transport and DC to ensure trailer availability at the required times for loading.
• Control of yard space and bays at ensure a smooth and safe operation.
• Audit trailer of trailer movements via tracking sheets.
• Good communication as you will be required to communicate via a 2-way radio.
• Liaising with staff to ensure to fully understand trailer requirement for next loading bay.
• Vehicle checks to be completed to ensure a 0-defect adherence
• Monitoring and presentation of service/MOT Trailers.
• You will also be required to use a unit to shunt on occasion

Previous shunting (TUG) experience is essential.

Pay Rates

GBP17.91 per hour Monday to Friday

GBP20.43 per hour Weekends

Additional GBP1 per hour for extra shifts.