HGV Class 1 Shunter Driver

The Best Connection Group; Eggborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection is recruiting a Class 1 Shunter for an Eggborough-based logistics operation. You will help keep the yard running by moving trailers between loading bays and parking areas, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role offers £15.73 per hour, consistent full-time hours, weekly pay, and a genuine temp-to-perm opportunity with dedicated support from The Best Connection Driving Team.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Class 1 (C+E) Licence.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Strong reversing and manoeuvring skills.
• Safety-conscious and reliable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Shunting, parking and positioning trailers around a busy distribution yard.
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers safely and efficiently.
• Carrying out vehicle and trailer safety checks.
• Reporting defects and safety concerns promptly.
• Liaising with warehouse and transport teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times.

Skills

Class 1 (C+E) Licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Reversing & manoeuvring

Communication skills

Team player

Penalty points ≤6

Job description

Monday to Thursday 14:00-22:00 | Friday 13:00-21:00

Temp to Perm Opportunity

Looking for a well-paid, stable Class 1 role with fixed afternoon shifts?

The Best Connection is recruiting an experienced

Class 1 Shunter on behalf of a leading logistics operation in

Eggborough. If you're confident manoeuvring trailers, take pride in working safely, and enjoy being part of a busy transport team, this could be the ideal opportunity.

With a competitive pay rate of

£15.73 per hour, consistent hours and the chance to secure a permanent position, this is an excellent role for a professional and reliable HGV driver.

The Role

As a Class 1 Shunter, you'll be responsible for keeping the yard running efficiently by safely moving trailers between loading bays and designated parking areas.

Your duties will include:

• Shunting, parking and positioning trailers around a busy distribution yard
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers safely and efficiently
• Carrying out vehicle and trailer safety checks
• Reporting defects and any safety concerns promptly
• Liaising with warehouse and transport teams to ensure smooth operations
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times

What We're Looking For

• Valid UK

Class 1 (C+E) Licence

• Valid

Driver CPC and

Digital Tachograph Card

• Strong reversing and manoeuvring skills
• Safety-conscious and reliable approach to work
• Good communication skills and a team-player attitude
• No more than 6 penalty points (no DD, DR or IN endorsements)

What's In It For You?

• £15.73 per hour
• Early finish every Friday
• Consistent, full-time hours
• Weekly pay
• Dedicated support from The Best Connection Driving Team
• Genuine temp-to-perm opportunity
• Stable role with a well-established logistics operation

Apply Today

We're looking to fill this position quickly, so if you're an experienced

Class 1 Shunter seeking a long-term opportunity with consistent hours and excellent earning potential, we'd love to hear from you.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.