Shunter Driver

Job Title:

Shunter Driver (HGV Class 1 - ADR)

Salary: £34,840 per year

Hours:

40 hours per week, 14:00-22:00 (afternoon shift)

Employment:
Permanent, Full-Time

An opportunity has arisen for a Shunter Driver to join a busy logistics and fleet operations team. This hands‑on role is central to ensuring the safe and efficient movement, loading, and preparation of vehicles within a fast‑paced operational depot environment.

You will play a key part in keeping fleet operations running smoothly, working closely with the logistics team to ensure vehicles are correctly positioned, loaded, and prepared for daily service requirements.

• Structured working pattern (afternoon shift)
• Ongoing training and development plan
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme (HSF)
• Retail discount platform (Wider Wallet)
• Referral recognition scheme
• Free life insurance (after qualifying period)
• Free eye test (Specsavers)
• Active, varied role within essential logistics operations
• Strong safety culture and supportive working environment

• Safely bring fleet vehicles in for tipping during shift operations
• Reload vehicles with supply stock as required
• Carry out internal vehicle movements across the depot
• Complete occasional outbound journeys to Stoke Depot
• Support inter‑depot fleet transfers and logistics requirements
• Liaise with vehicle hire and maintenance providers attending site

• Complete stock movement forms accurately for the Logistics Team Leader
• Ensure correct recording and tracking of vehicle loads
• Maintain accurate records relating to vehicle positioning and movements
• Support effective key management and vehicle security procedures

Ensure all work is completed in line with Health & Safety procedures and site rules.

Maintain a strong safety‑first approach at all times.

Follow correct ADR and hazardous materials handling procedures.

Support a compliant and well‑organised depot environment.

• Full UK driving licence
• HGV Class 1 licence
• Valid ADR licence
• Driver CPC qualification
• Counterbalance forklift truck (FLT) licence
• Experience with in the hazardous waste or regulated logistics sector