Yard Shunter Driver - HGV Class 1 - Nights

First Logistics 1998 Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular work

Competitive rates of pay

Consistent hours

Supportive transport team

Job summary

First Logitics is recruiting for a Yard Shunter Driver (HGV Class 1) based in Heywood. The ideal candidate will hold a valid HGV Class 1 licence, have Terberg tug experience, and demonstrate a strong health and safety mindset while working well within a team.

Key duties include moving and positioning trailers with a Terberg tug, coupling/uncoupling safely, and coordinating with warehouse staff and other drivers. This role offers regular hours and a supportive transport team.

Qualifications

• Valid Category CE / HGV Class 1 licence
• Experience in driving terberg tug is essential
• Valid Driver CPC
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than 6 points for minor offences
• No DD, DR, IN, CD or TT convictions

Responsibilities

• Moving trailers between loading bays, parking areas and designated locations using a Terberg tug
• Couple and uncouple trailers safely
• Position trailers accurately for loading and unloading
• Communicate with warehouse staff, traffic offices and other drivers
• Ensuring all movements are completed safely and in line with site procedures

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Terberg tug experience

Health and safety focus

Team player

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

First Logitics are currently recruiting for Yard Shunter Driver (HGV Class 1) to join our well established client based in Heywood. The ideal candidate will have a valid HGV Class 1 licence, experience in driving Terberg tug, a strong focus on health and safety, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team.

Duties:

• Moving trailers between loading bays, parking areas and designated locations using a Terberg tug
• Couple and uncouple trailers safely
• Position trailers accurately for loading and unloading
• Communicate with warehouse staff, traffic offices and other drivers.
• Ensuring all movements are completed safely and in line with site procedures

Shift pattern:

• Monday to Friday or 4 on 4 off
• 18:00 - 06:00

Pay Rates (holiday upfront):£19/h£20.17/h Saturday£22.41/h Sunday

Pay Rates (holiday accrued):£16.95/h£18/h Saturday£20/h Sunday

What we offer:

• Regular work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Consistent hours
• Supportive transport team

Requirements:

• Valid Category CE / HGV Class 1 licence
• Experience in driving terberg tug is essential
• Valid Driver CPC
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than 6 points for minor offences
• No DD, DR, IN, CD or TT convictions

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