HGV Class 1 Shunter

People Solutions; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime available after 40 hours

Ongoing work

Supportive team environment

Immediate starts available

Job summary

People Solutions is recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Shunter Driver to join our established client in Newbridge, Edinburgh. You will shuttle trailers around the yard, perform safety checks and complete paperwork as required.

This full-time role offers regular weekly pay, a competitive hourly rate with overtime after 40 hours, and ongoing work with a supportive team. Start dates are immediate for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience as HGV Class 1 Driver preferred.
• Ability to shunt trailers safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Shunt trailers around the yard safely and efficiently.
• Carry out vehicle safety checks before and after shifts.
• Ensure goods are moved securely and paperwork is completed accurately.
• Maintain high safety and professionalism standards at all times.

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver - Shunting - Newbridge, Edinburgh

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Shunter Driver to join our well-established client based in Newbridge, Edinburgh on a full-time ongoing basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for shunting work with excellent rates of pay and long-term opportunities.

You will be responsible for shunting trailers around the yard safely, securely and efficiently before completing the shift with a customer collection.

This would suit applicants who have worked as an LGV Driver, Category CE Driver or Shunter Driver.

Rates of Pay:

• £19.08 per hour basic
• £27.26 per hour overtime

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• Start time: 04:00
• Eight-hour shifts

Benefits:

Your benefits as an HGV Class 1 Shunter Driver are:

• Weekly pay
• Competitive hourly rate
• Overtime available after 40 hours
• Ongoing work
• Supportive team environment
• Immediate starts available

Day-to-Day Duties:

Your duties as an HGV Class 1 Shunter Driver are:

• Moving trailers around the customer yard in a timely and efficient manner
• Carrying out vehicle safety checks before and after each shift
• Ensuring all goods are transported safely and securely
• Completing all required paperwork accurately
• Maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism at all times
• Completing customer collections as required

Essential Skills:

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