Tug Driver

Manpower UK; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Weekend work available

Full training and site induction

Job summary

Manpower UK in Grimsby is recruiting a reliable Tug Driver to move trailers and equipment around a busy site. You will operate tug vehicles, maintain safe movements, and coordinate with logistics and production teams to support efficient operations.

The role requires flexibility to work shifts between 6am and 10pm, outdoors in variable weather, with full site induction provided. Own transport is essential due to location.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a tug, shunter, yard tractor, terminal tractor, HGV, FLT, or similar industrial vehicle.
• Experience within logistics, transport, manufacturing, distribution, warehousing, ports, or industrial environments would be advantageous.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work closely with multiple departments.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including shifts between 6am and 10pm.

Responsibilities

• Operate tug vehicles safely and efficiently to move trailers, units, and equipment across site.
• Transport and position trailers between loading bays, storage locations, production areas, and designated operational zones.
• Ensure trailers are parked, secured, and positioned accurately in accordance with site requirements.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and pre-use checks, reporting any defects or maintenance issues promptly.
• Liaise with warehouse, logistics, transport, and production teams to coordinate trailer movements and operational priorities.
• Complete relevant vehicle and operational documentation accurately when required.
• Adhere to all site traffic management procedures, health and safety requirements, and safe systems of work.
• Assist with general yard and operational duties as required to support business needs.

Job description

Location: Grimsby Docks
Salary: £13.13 per hour
Hours: Flexible working hours between 6am and 10pm based on scheduling

Own transport is essential due to location

Manpower are currently recruiting for a reliable and safety-conscious Tug Driver to join a busy industrial operation in Scunthorpe. This is a varied role involving the movement of trailers, units, and materials across site, supporting the efficient flow of goods within a fast-paced operational environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe transportation, positioning, and allocation of trailers and equipment while working closely with operational teams to ensure production and logistics requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate tug vehicles safely and efficiently to move trailers, units, and equipment across site.
• Transport and position trailers between loading bays, storage locations, production areas, and designated operational zones.
• Ensure trailers are parked, secured, and positioned accurately in accordance with site requirements.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and pre-use checks, reporting any defects or maintenance issues promptly.
• Liaise with warehouse, logistics, transport, and production teams to coordinate trailer movements and operational priorities.
• Complete relevant vehicle and operational documentation accurately when required.
• Adhere to all site traffic management procedures, health and safety requirements, and safe systems of work.
• Assist with general yard and operational duties as required to support business needs.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience operating a tug, shunter, yard tractor, terminal tractor, HGV, FLT, or similar industrial vehicle is preferred.
• Experience within logistics, transport, manufacturing, distribution, recycling, warehousing, ports, or industrial environments would be advantageous.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work closely with multiple departments.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including shifts between 6am and 10pm.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive pay rate of £13.13 per hour
• Overtime opportunities available
• Weekend work available
• Full training and site induction provided