HGV Shunter Driver (4 on 4 off Nights)
Birmingham - UK
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 Shunter to join our team in Minworth. This is a great opportunity for a reliable and safety-focused driver who enjoys working in a fast-paced transport environment and takes pride in keeping yard operations moving efficiently.
Working on a 4 on 4 off night shift pattern you will be responsible for shunting vehicles around the yard and supporting smooth trailer movements across the operation. There may also be some elements of driving off site so applicants must hold the correct Class 1 licence and have all required driver documentation in date.
Shift:
- 4on 4off Nights - 18:00 - 06:00
Salary:
- 18.74 per hour (Base rate of 16.49 plus Night Allowance of 1.25 and Shift Allowance of 1)
What Youll Be Doing:
- Safely shunt vehicles and trailers around the yard.
- Position trailers in the correct areas in line with site instructions.
- Complete safety checks and report defects damage or incidents promptly.
- Use two-way radios to communicate with the Transport and Yard teams.
- Support trailer temperature checks fridge settings and fuel levels where required.
- Manage traffic flow in and out of the yard safely and efficiently.
- Liaise with other departments to support smooth loading and unloading.
- Maintain high standards of health safety hygiene and housekeeping.
Qualifications :
What were looking for:
A Full CE entitlement along with an in-date CPC and Tacho Card is essential for this position.
- Previous shunting experience.
- Knowledge of driver hours and road Transport Directive
- Experience of working in a very fast paced environment.
- Ability to work to challenging deadlines in a pressurised environment.
- Self-disciplined and motivated.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Additional Information :
As part of our drive to make Culina a great place to work we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.
Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.
Our people are the driving force behind our success which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:
- Annual Leave 28 days inclusive of the bank holidays.
- Pension scheme We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
- Life Assurance - x2 your annual salary.
- Wellness Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days 365 days a year.
- Eye Care Vouchers We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
- Reward & Recognition We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year special recognition and long service awards.
- Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Culina Group is a market leading provider of high quality logistics services for food and drink companies in the UK and Ireland. We serve a sizeable portfolio of customers - ranging from niche operators to major multinational companies - across our vast depot network, comprised of ov ... View more