Class 2 Shunter Driver
| Posting date: | 27 May 2025 |
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| Salary: | £16.80 to £17.80 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 June 2025 |
| Location: | Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1BS |
| Company: | GI Group Main Account |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JW250527243510_1748339579 |
Summary
Class 2 Shunter Driver
Melton Mowbray, LE13
Temp to Perm Position
ASAP start
Class 2 Shunter Driver Duties Overview:
* Move vehicles around site
* Swap demount boxes to correct chassis ready for the next shift and/ or driver
* Wrapping frames and doors
* Ensure that the interior of the vehicle is kept clean
* Maintain a tidy lorry park
* Assist the Logistics team in loading and finishing off vehicles
* Check fluid levels to ensure that they are correct
* Comply with current EU and Working Time Directive (WTD) legislation
* Drive in a safe manner within current speed limits (allowing for local conditions)
* Undertake daily vehicle checks using the AssetGo app
* Complete manual entries on the tachograph unit
* Liaise with the Logistics department regarding any challenges experienced
*Please note, this position involves Warehouse Duties which can be up to 70% of the role (Help with moving stock and help load vehicles).
Shifts and Hours:
* Sunday to Thursday
* 2200 - 0600 shifts
* 8 hour shift
Rates of Pay:
* £16.80 per hour (Advance Holiday Pay)
* £17.80 per hour once completed Temp - Perm period (*Note Advance Holiday Pay not included once Perm)
* PAYE ONLY
Class 2 Shunter Driver requirements and skills:
* You MUST be in possession of a HGV Class 2 license, a valid Driver CPC and DIGI Cards
* Must have 1 year check-able Shunter driving work history.
* No more than 6 points on your licence for insurance purposes (no BA/CD/CU DR/DD/IN offences please)
* Strong work ethic, reliable, flexible, enthusiastic, and resilient - are welcomed attributes in this role.
Driver Key Information and Benefits:
* Benefits Hub - Enjoy discounts, rewards and perks on 1000's of brands you love in a variety of categories e.g Samsung, Nike, Apple and many more
* Weekly pay
* FREE onsite parking
To be considered for this role as a HGV Class 2 Shunter Driver please apply directly.
Drivers & logistics professionals wanted for temporary & permanent vacancies text "DRIVER" before your name, location and driving licence category to 88802
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