HGV Class 1 Shunter (4 on 4 off Nights)

Culina; Telford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive holidays

Life Assurance

Canteen facilities

Benefits platform discounts

Health cash plans

Training and development

Job summary

Culina Group’s CML division in Telford is hiring a HGV Class 1 Shunter to join the night shift. The role focuses on yard movement, trailer positioning and safety checks, operating within a 4 on 4 off pattern.

Applicants must hold a valid Class 1 licence, CPC and Tachograph card, with prior shunting experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Competitive benefits and attendance allowance apply.

Qualifications

• C+E entitlement with in-date CPC and Tachograph card.
• Previous shunting experience.
• Knowledge of driver hours and Road Transport Directive.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work to challenging deadlines in a pressurised environment.
• Self-disciplined and motivated.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Shunting operations

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety awareness

Team communication

Education

C+E entitlement with CPC and Tachograph

Job description

• Compensation: GBP 32,147.69 - GBP 36,924.95 - yearly

Company Description

CML(Part of the Culina Group) provides integrated supply chain services and expertise for food and drink products that require strict refrigerated temperatures to the discount retailers.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

We are now looking to recruit for aShunteratCML Telfordon aFull time and permanent position.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 Shunter to join our team at CML 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.

Qualifications

• A Full C+E entitlement along with an in-date CPC and Tacho Card is essential for this position.


• Previous shunting experience.


• Knowledge of driver hours and road Transport Directive


• Experience of working in a very fast paced environment.


• Ability to work to challenging deadlines in a pressurised environment.


• Self-disciplined and motivated.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Additional Information

In return for your passion, hard work and determination in providing outstanding service to our customers weoffer:

• Competitive holidays


• Life Assurance


• Staff facilities including vending machines and canteen area


• Access to our benefits platform: discounts on high street retailers,holidays and cinema tickets


• Health cash plans: Hospital, dental and optical


• Training and development with career progression opportunities and MANY MORE