HGV 2 Shunting Driver

Driver Hire Edinburgh City; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Driver Hire Edinburgh City are recruiting an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver for an ongoing shunting position in Edinburgh.

You will move HGV vehicles on site with no long-distance driving and minimal manual handling. This role operates a 12-hour shift pattern of 4 on/4 off, offering ongoing work and an immediate start for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Full HGV Class 2 licence (Category C).
• At least 6 months' HGV Class 2 driving experience.
• Minimum age 24 due to insurance.
• Max 6 penalty points; no more than 3 on any single offence.
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good knowledge of drivers' hours and road safety.

Responsibilities

• Move HGV vehicles between locations on site.
• Safely manoeuvre vehicles over short distances.
• No long-distance driving involved.
• Occasional movement of cages during loading/unloading.
• Carry out basic vehicle checks when required.
• Work with site team and follow site safety procedures.

Skills

HGV Class 2 licence

Driving experience

CPC holder

Tachograph card

Road safety knowledge

Reliability

Communication skills

Job description

HGV Class 2 Shunter Driver - Edinburgh

£14.75 per hour | 4 on 4 off | 12-hour shifts

Immediate Start Available

Driver Hire Edinburgh City are recruiting an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver for an ongoing shunting position with our client in Edinburgh.

The Role

You will be responsible for moving HGV vehicles between designated locations on site. This is primarily a driving position, with vehicles being loaded and unloaded for you. There will be some movement of cages involved as part of the loading and unloading process, but this will be minimal, with no heavy manual handling expected.

Your duties will include:

• Shunting HGV vehicles between locations on site
• Safely manoeuvring vehicles over short distances
• Some movement of cages during loading and unloading
• Working 12-hour shifts on a 4 on 4 off rota
• Following all site safety procedures
• Working alongside the wider site team
• Carrying out basic vehicle checks when required
• No long-distance driving involved
• Limited manual handling required
• Ongoing work available for the right candidate

Pay & Hours

• £14.75 per hour
• 12-hour shifts
• 4 days on / 4 days off
• Immediate start available

Requirements

• Full HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
• At least 6 months' HGV Class 2 driving experience
• Minimum age of 24 due to insurance requirements
• Maximum of 6 penalty points, with no more than 3 points for any single offence
• No DD, DR, DG, CD or IN endorsements
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Good knowledge of drivers' hours and road safety
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach
• Good communication skills

Why Apply?

Looking for an HGV driving role that offers a bit more balance? This could be just what you're looking for!

With a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, short-distance driving and no loading or unloading responsibilities, this is a great opportunity to secure ongoing work without the demands of a typical HGV driving position.