HGV Class 1 Driver / Shunter (4o4o nights)
hace 23 horas
Manchester
We are looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver / Shunter to join our Skelmersdale depot. This role will carry out Class 1 driving duties alongside yard shunting responsibilities. The role involves the safe movement of vehicles and trailers, ensuring efficient site operations and adherence to all safety and compliance standards. Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off Nights, 6pm to 6am (40.25 hours per week) Pay Rate: £15.35 per hour, plus: • £1.00 per hour 4 on 4 off shift supplement, • £1.25 per hour night shift allowance, • Overtime paid at 30% extra of the hourly rate Potential earnings: Up to £17.60 per hour on standard night shifts. What you'll be doing: This role combines both HGV driving and yard shunting responsibilities. Key duties include: • Safely and professionally delivering palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres, mainly via backdoor tip deliveries., • Completing occasional driver-tip, multi-drop deliveries, and overnight stays when required., • Operating a yard shunter to move trailers safely on and off loading bays and position trailers for loading and unloading., • Managing the flow of traffic within the yard and maintaining a safe working environment., • Carrying out daily vehicle and trailer inspections, defect reporting, and associated paperwork., • Ensuring compliance with company procedures, health and safety standards, tachograph regulations, and the Road Transport Directive., • Liaising with transport, warehouse, goods-in, and operations teams to ensure efficient loading, unloading, and delivery activities., • Completing PODs, vehicle downloads, trailer checklists, and other transport documentation accurately., • Supporting fleet administration, including monitoring services, MOTs, fuel checks, and reporting maintenance requirements., • Maintaining high standards of customer service, professionalism, appearance, and yard housekeeping at all times. Job requirements What we're looking for: • At least 2 years yard shunting experience is strongly preferred., • Valid C+E License., • Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred, • No more than 6 points on your license and no DD or DR code convictions., • Current valid UK Driver CPC qualification card and Digital Tachograph cards., • Good understanding of Driver's Hours and Working Time Directive legislation., • Ability to complete vehicle checks and report defects correctly., • Commitment to on-site health and safety requirements., • Excellent communication skills and a professional approach. JBRP1_UKTJ