Shunter Driver
| Posting date: | 27 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.90 to £18.40 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Long Term Work! |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 December 2025 |
| Location: | Lutterworth, Midlands, LE17 4UE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Meridian Business Support |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 58590770 |
Summary
We are recruiting for a Shunter Driver to work Fixed Days OR Nights 4 on/ 4 off 6-6 for a logistics company based in Lutterworth. This is an ongoing long term temporary role.
Shifts & Pay: 4 on/ 4 off
Days: 6am-6pm (0600-1800) - £17.90 per hour
Nights: 6pm-6am (1800-0600) - £18.40 per hour
As a Shunter Driver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of trailer movements and logistics, adhering to the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Your role will involve the following:
- Trailer Placement: Accurately position trailers in designated areas as per instructions.
- Safety Checks: Conduct thorough safety inspections as mandated by the company.
- Incident Reporting: Promptly report any defects, accident damage, or incidents.
- Professional Conduct: Communicate courteously and professionally with colleagues.
- Speed Monitoring: Report any breaches in speed limits by drivers and subcontractors.
- Housekeeping: Maintain vehicle parking area layouts and report any debris issues to the site services team.
Skills and Experience Required:
- Experienced HGV1 / Class 1 / C+E
- in-date CPC and Tacho Card is essential
- Shunter Experience is desirable, but full Shunter training will be given.
- No more than 6 points on licence
- Keen eye for detail to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
- The role requires candidates to undergo a basic DBS check, Credit check and provide verifiable employment/ education history as part of the process.
Key Benefits:
- Free Onsite Parking
- Good public transport links
- Starbucks Vending Machines - free of charge
- Modern, Welcoming and Positive Working Environment
- Ongoing Opportunities
- Full training provided – “buddy system” with an experienced Shunter Driver and full induction training in place
- Online payslips
- Weekly pay
- A friendly and helpful Meridian team to support you with any queries at any time
APPLY NOW OR CALL US TODAY TO BOOK YOUR REGISTRATION APPOINTMENT TO START WORKING AS A SHUNTER DRIVER FOR US!
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy.
Shifts & Pay: 4 on/ 4 off
Days: 6am-6pm (0600-1800) - £17.90 per hour
Nights: 6pm-6am (1800-0600) - £18.40 per hour
As a Shunter Driver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of trailer movements and logistics, adhering to the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Your role will involve the following:
- Trailer Placement: Accurately position trailers in designated areas as per instructions.
- Safety Checks: Conduct thorough safety inspections as mandated by the company.
- Incident Reporting: Promptly report any defects, accident damage, or incidents.
- Professional Conduct: Communicate courteously and professionally with colleagues.
- Speed Monitoring: Report any breaches in speed limits by drivers and subcontractors.
- Housekeeping: Maintain vehicle parking area layouts and report any debris issues to the site services team.
Skills and Experience Required:
- Experienced HGV1 / Class 1 / C+E
- in-date CPC and Tacho Card is essential
- Shunter Experience is desirable, but full Shunter training will be given.
- No more than 6 points on licence
- Keen eye for detail to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
- The role requires candidates to undergo a basic DBS check, Credit check and provide verifiable employment/ education history as part of the process.
Key Benefits:
- Free Onsite Parking
- Good public transport links
- Starbucks Vending Machines - free of charge
- Modern, Welcoming and Positive Working Environment
- Ongoing Opportunities
- Full training provided – “buddy system” with an experienced Shunter Driver and full induction training in place
- Online payslips
- Weekly pay
- A friendly and helpful Meridian team to support you with any queries at any time
APPLY NOW OR CALL US TODAY TO BOOK YOUR REGISTRATION APPOINTMENT TO START WORKING AS A SHUNTER DRIVER FOR US!
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy.
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