CLASS 1 SHUNTER

Location: Ryton-on-Dunsmore

Pay Rate: 20.73 - 28.01 per hour (Inclusive holiday)

Class 1 Shunter Driver

• Our client in Ryton-on-Dunsmore requires some ongoing shunting work
• Candidates will complete an assessment followed by 2/3 site specific shunting training
• Upon successful completion of the assessment, candidates will move into ongoing work with our client

Class 1 Shunter Driver - Rates of Pay: Standard Rate (Weeks 1-12):

Day 1

Days - 18.50 / 20.73 (ADV HOL)

Nights - 20.00 / 22.41 (ADV HOL)

Saturday Days - 25.00 / 28.01 (ADV HOL)

Saturday Nights - 25.00 / 28.01 (ADV HOL)

Sunday Days - 25.00 / 28.01 (ADV HOL)

Sunday Nights - 25.00 / 28.01 (ADV HOL)

After 12 weeks

Days - 20.53 / 23.00 (ADV HOL)

Nights - 21.03 / 23.56 (ADV HOL)

Saturday Days - 25.00 / 28.01 (ADV HOL)

Saturday Nights - 25.00 / 28.01 (ADV HOL)

Sunday Days - 25.00 / 28.01 (ADV HOL)

Sunday Nights - 25.00 / 28.01 (ADV HOL)

Bank Holiday Days - 41.06 / 46.01 (ADV HOL)

Bank Holiday Nights - 42.06 / 47.13 (ADV HOL)

Class 1 Shunter Driver - Shifts and Hours:

• Shifts available 7 days a week (Part time & full time available)
• Night start windows: 19:00 - 22:00
• Afternoon start windows: 12:00 - 16:00
• Morning start TBC
• Shifts run on average around 10 hours per day

Class 1 Shunter Driver - The Role:

• Load, unload, and secure freight safely
• Using a Terberg (Tug) shunting vehicle in the yard
• Moving trailers across the yard efficiently
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report any defects immediately
• Work efficiently to meet timed shunts for deliveries
• Trailers may include alcohol products

Class 1 Shunter Driver - Requirements & Key Criteria:

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph card
• Minimum age of 21 for insurance purposes
• 6 months shunting experience/ 2 years driving preferred
• Maximum of 6 penalty points (SP endorsements only; no other endorsement types accepted)
• Must provide a full 2-year work or education history
• Calm under pressure, flexible, with strong customer service, communication, and attention to detail

Why Choose This Role?

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Free on-site parking
• Overtime opportunities available
• Full Gi Group benefits package
• Practical training support for newly passed drivers

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