Shunter Class 1 Driver

Müller UK & Ireland; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

2x Life Assurance

Enhanced family leave policies

Company Pension - 4% match

Müller Rewards discounts

Free corporate uniform

Free onsite colleague parking

Job summary

Müller UK & Ireland is recruiting Class 1 Shunter Drivers for the Skelmersdale Depot. This full‑time, permanent role is yard based with a 4on/4off shift pattern and hours from 6:00 to 18:00.

You will hold a HGV Class 1 licence, current CPC and digital driving card, and Terberg experience. The role includes vehicle checks, safety duties and coordinating onsite bay movements, with a competitive pay rate and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Terberg experience (mandatory)
• HGV Class 1 Licence (mandatory)
• Current CPC and digital driving card (mandatory)
• No more than 6 minor points on driving licence (No CDs, DDs, DRs or INs)
• An effective team member who works well on their own initiative
• Demonstrates an excellent attitude to work
• Self - motivated with a positive attitude and extremely reliable
• Must be comfortable with the physical nature of the role

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the onsite bay movements ensuring that all equipment is fully compliant
• Puts safety first and respects all other road users.
• Diligent in ensuring driver and vehicle checks are completed correctly.
• Conduct regular checks on all vehicles and trailers to ensure they meet the necessary safety and compliance standards. If a vehicle or trailer is not compliant defect to the workshop for repairs or maintenance.
• Prioritise, assess, and control safety, health, and workplace risks. Identify potential hazards and take preventive measures.

Skills

Terberg experience

HGV Class 1 Licence

CPC and digital driving card

Max 6 minor points

Team player

Strong work attitude

Self-motivated

Physical role

Job description

We are recruiting for Class 1 Shunter Drivers at our Skelmersdale Depot within the Muller Milk and Ingredients Distribution Business.

Contract:Full Time / Permanent

Location:Skelmersdale Depot - WN8 8DZ

Shift Pattern: 4on 4off 6:00am-18:00pm -Role will be yard based

Hourly Rate:From £17.30 per hour - £28.42 per hour dependent on shift pattern(Plus £20 weekly supplement)

Overtime rate:£19.46 per hour

Class 1 Shunter Driver Key Skills & Experience

• Terberg experience (mandatory)
• HGV Class 1 Licence (mandatory)
• Current CPC and digital driving card (mandatory)
• No more than 6 minor points on driving licence (No CDs, DDs, DRs or INs)
• An effective team member who works well on their own initiative
• Demonstrates an excellent attitude to work
• Self - motivated with a positive attitude and extremely reliable
• Must be comfortable with the physical nature of the role

Class 1 Shunter Driver Role & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the onsite bay movements ensuring that all equipment is fully compliant
• Puts safety first and respects all other road users.
• Diligent in ensuring driver and vehicle checks are completed correctly.
• Conduct regular checks on all vehicles and trailers to ensure they meet the necessary safety and compliance standards. If a vehicle or trailer is not compliant defect to the workshop for repairs or maintenance.
• Prioritise, assess, and control safety, health, and workplace risks. Identify potential hazards and take preventive measures.

Benefits

• A competitive rate of pay and premiums
• 23 days annual leave
• 2x Life Assurance
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Company Pension - business will match contributions to 4% of qualifying earnings
• Access to the Müller Rewards discount scheme offering over 800 discounts online and in-store and the potential to make savings across grocery and clothes shopping, holidays, insurance, gifts and more
• Be provided with a free corporate uniform
• Free onsite secured colleague car parking

At Müller, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know - we're happy to support you.