Night Tug Driver - Class 1 LGV Yard Ops

DPD Group; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle2Work Scheme

Dining Cards

Holiday trading

Discounts on retailers

Job summary

DPD Group is hiring a Tug Driver for the East & West Midlands operational sites (Oldbury, Smethwick & Hinckley). The role is permanent, full-time with a 45-hour contract, involving night shifts from 18:00 to 03:30, Monday to Friday, across five of seven days.

You will move trailers within the yard, follow safety protocols, and support efficient yard operations. The job requires a Class 1 LGV Licence (C+E) and CPC card, plus a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• The ability to work efficiently within a fast paced and pressured environment.
• Experience in a similar position is preferred.
• Hold a Class 1 LGV Licence (C+E) and a CPC card.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers/tugs safely around the yard.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures.
• Ensure training is applied and promote yard safety.
• Report damage, unsafe parking, and near misses to the line manager.
• Operate as directed by the yard management system (C3) and ensure proper moves.

Skills

Experience in similar role

Night shifts

Education

LGV/C+E Licence

CPC Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

DPD Group is hiring a Tug Driver for the East & West Midlands operational sites (Oldbury, Smethwick & Hinckley). The role is permanent, full-time with a 45-hour contract, involving night shifts from 18:00 to 03:30, Monday to Friday, across five of seven days.

You will move trailers within the yard, follow safety protocols, and support efficient yard operations. The job requires a Class 1 LGV Licence (C+E) and CPC card, plus a full UK driving licence.