HGV Shunter Driver (Days)

Freightliner; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics operator is seeking an experienced HGV Shunter Driver in Felixstowe. You will transport containers safely and efficiently while maintaining high standards of health and safety. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Class 1 UK driving licence, a full CPC qualification, and have at least one year's driving experience. Join an award-winning team and enjoy competitive pay along with various benefits including career development opportunities, flexibly working hours, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Career Development and progression

Award-Winning Safety Culture

Generous family friendly provision

Employee well-being and support

Qualifications

• Current and valid Class 1 UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points.
• Full CPC qualification (DQC card) is required.
• Minimum of 1 year’s driving experience is essential.
• Flexibility with working hours to meet demands.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for transporting containers in a timely manner.
• Ensure health and safety is the number one priority in all operations.

Skills

Current and valid Class 1 UK driving licence

Full CPC qualification (DQC card)

Minimum 1 year’s driving experience

Flexibility with working hours

Good comprehension of written and spoken English

Strong understanding of health and safety

Job description

Job title: HGV Shunter Driver (Days)

Location: Felixstowe

Position Type: Permanent, full-time

Hours of work: 55 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Overtime & weekend work available

Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.

In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including Freightliner Group Ltd, Freightliner Heavy Haul Ltd, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd.

Why join us?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer a robust compensation package, including competitive pension scheme, life insurance coverage from day 1, paid breaks, additional shunting bonuses.
• Career Development and progression: Regular training and career advancement opportunities that propel you forward in a career with us. We offer access to a range of external courses and in-house training sessions to give you opportunities for skill enhancement and role confidence. All training including DCPC uploads are paid.
• Award-Winning Safety Culture: Be part of an environment recognized for excellence and innovation.
• Generous family friendly provision with enhanced maternity and paternity pay. We are proud to be Work180 endorsed employer.
• Employee well-being and support: Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 24/7, employee benefits platform offering discounts and money off vouchers for a variety of brands and shops.

The role

With a fleet of top spec, modern luxury vehicles and recent investment in technology we are looking for the right individual to join our team in Felixstowe.

As an HGV Shunter Driver you will be responsible for transporting containers in a timely manner, all while sharing our culture and belief of health and safety being the number one priority.

About you

• Current and valid Class 1 UK driving licence (maximum of 6 penalty points)
• Full CPC qualification (DQC card)
• Minimum 1 year’s driving experience
• Flexibility with working hours
• Good comprehension of written and spoken English
• Strong understanding of health and safety, with a commitment to maintaining a safe approach in all tasks

It’s great, but not required, if you:

• Have previous shunting experience.

About us

In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including Freightliner Group Ltd, Freightliner Heavy Haul Ltd, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, Pentalver Cannock Ltd, and Freightliner Maintenance Ltd.

Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.

At the core of all we do are our employees. Their hard work is fundamental to our success and we are equally committed to their growth and safety. Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.

We are eager to welcome the most driven and capable individuals to our award-winning team. Apply today to start your journey with us!

Please be advised that successful appointments are subject to a satisfactory DBScheck.

Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.

We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles.

In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.