HGV Class 1 Shunter Driver

Staffline; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 on-site support

Career progression opportunities

Modern Facilities

Great Rates Of Pay

Job summary

Staffline is recruiting an HGV Shunter Driver in Skelmersdale for a temporary August–December 2026 role. The job is full-time with a 4 on 4 off rota, 2pm–10pm shifts, and on-site induction.

You will move and position vehicles safely within the yard, couple and uncouple, and communicate with drivers to ensure safe movements. Applicants must hold a valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, DCPC and Tachograph cards, with at least 6 months of HGV1 driving experience, no more than 6 points and no DD/DR

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1/C+E licence required.
• DCPC & Tachograph cards required.
• Minimum 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience.
• No more than 6 points on licence; no DD/DR convictions.
• On-site induction and training.

Responsibilities

• Move and position vehicles safely within the yard/depot.
• Couple and uncouple.
• Communicate with drivers and staff to ensure safe movements.
• Check for and report vehicle damages.

Skills

Communication skills

Vehicle checks

Tools

HGV Licence (Class 1)

DCPC

Tacho cards

Job description

Staffline is recruiting an HGV Shunter Driver in Skelmersdale.

This is a temporary role running from August to December 2026.

Rates of pay are from £15.62 - £20.52 per hour.

This role offers a full-time role, working 4 on 4 off and the hours of work are:

• 2pm to 10pm

Shunt training and induction is completed on-site.

Your Time at Work

As an HGV Shunter Driver you will be responsible for:

• Move and position vehicles safely within the yard and/or depot.
• Couple and uncouple.
• Communicate with drivers and other staff members to ensure movements are carried out safely.
• Check for and report any damages on the vehicles.

Our Perfect Worker

Our perfect worker will have excellent communication skills and be able to understand and carry out necessary vehicle checks to ensure vehicle safety and able to report defects correctly.

Applicants will comply with on-site health and safety requirements. You will understand and be able to comply with driver's hours and WTD legislation.

You should hold a valid HGV 1/C+E Licence, DCPC & Tacho cards and have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience with no more than 6 points no DD/ DR Code convictions.

Key Information and Benefits

• Earn £15.62 - £20.52 per hour
• 24/7 on-site support
• Career progression opportunities
• Modern Facilities
• Great Rates Of Pay

Job Ref: D1ESLAP