HGV Class 1 Shunter

Culina Group; Telford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance allowance

Job summary

Culina Group in Telford is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Shunter to manage yard movements and support trailer handling during a 4 on 4 off night pattern.

You'll shunt vehicles, position trailers, perform safety checks, communicate via radios, and assist with temperature checks and fuel levels while maintaining high health and safety standards.

The role offers an attendance bonus of £1,000 per year for full attendance.

Qualifications

• Class 1 driving licence is required and must be valid.
• All driver documentation must be in date.
• Experience in yard shunting and safe trailer movements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely shunt vehicles and trailers around the yard.
• Position trailers in correct areas as directed.
• Complete safety checks and report defects promptly.
• Communicate with Transport and Yard teams using radios.
• Assist with trailer temperature checks, fridge settings and fuel levels.
• Manage yard traffic flow safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth loading/unloading.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Safety conscious

Night shift experience

Tools

Two-way radios

Job description

Telford, Shropshire, United Kingdom, TF7 4QP

Full-time

We are looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 Shunter to join our team at Telford. This is a great opportunity for a reliable and safety-focused driver who enjoys working in a fast-paced transport environment and takes pride in keeping yard operations moving efficiently.

Working on a 4 on 4 off night shift pattern, you will be responsible for shunting vehicles around the yard and supporting smooth trailer movements across the operation. There may also be some elements of driving off site, so applicants must hold the correct Class 1 licence and have all required driver documentation in date.

Shift:

• 4on 4off Nights - 18:00 - 06:00

£1,000 attendance allowance bonus applicable per annum if attendance of all shifts

What You'll Be Doing:

• Safely shunt vehicles and trailers around the yard.
• Position trailers in the correct areas in line with site instructions.
• Complete safety checks and report defects, damage or incidents promptly.
• Use two-way radios to communicate with the Transport and Yard teams.
• Support trailer temperature checks, fridge settings and fuel levels where required.
• Manage traffic flow in and out of the yard safely and efficiently.
• Liaise with other departments to support smooth loading and unloading.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene and housekeeping.

Telford, Shropshire, United Kingdom, TF9 3SQ