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HGV Class 1 Driver

Posted 18 days ago

  • Down End, Somerset
  • Temporary
  • £20.32 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In 10 days

CLASS 1 SHUNTER DRIVER

SUNDAY - THURSDAY: 22:00 - 06:00 

£20.32 PER HOUR 

What's in it for me?

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Class 1 Shunter Driver to join our well-established client based in Bridgwater, Somerset.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering great rates of pay and room to grow and progress.

What are the benefits?

As a Class 1 Shunter Driver you will receive the following benefits:


  •  Excellent hourly rates
  •  Ongoing work
  •  Weekly pay 
  •  Training provided
  •  Immediate starts

Day to Day Duties

Your duties as a Class 1 Shunter Driver will involve but not be limited to:


  • Shunting of 45 feet and double deck trailers onto allocated bays
  • Operate and drive various Class 1 vehicles in a safe and efficient manner to and from delivery locations
  • Daily yard checks following site rules, health and safety guidelines
  • Ensure all cargo is loaded and secured properly
  • Adhere to traffic laws and regulations
  • Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers
  • Report any vehicle defects or maintenance needs to management
  • Able to cover trunking routes when required

Essential Skills

As a Class 1 Shunter Driver you will need to:


  •  Hold a valid UK Category CE Licence 
  •  Minimum of twelve months' experience driving and shunting
  •  No more than six penalty points for minor infringements and no major endorsement codes 
  •  Have a valid UK CPC Card and UK Digi Card
  •  Must be able to speak and read a good level of English
  •  Punctuality and excellent time keeping skills
  •  Have a good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
  •  Excellent communication as they will be communicating with both Transport and warehouse, using a radio is essential to the role. 

Desirable Experience


  •  Experience working in a fast-paced environment 

Training 


  • Driver's Assessment will have to be completed

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