HGV Class 1 Shunter Driver

Recruiter: SWIFT Temps Ltd – Driving Recruitment Division
Location: Keighley, West Yorkshire
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 32–40 hours per week over 4 days
Pay: £16.02 per hour + £1.00 per hour performance bonus after completion of training

About the Role

SWIFT Temps Ltd Driving Recruitment Division is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced HGV Class 1 Shunter Driver based at their busy Keighley site. This is a permanent, full-time role working Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday shifts.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth movement of wagons and trailers around the depot and loading areas, supporting the dispatch operation efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a Terberg shunter and Class 1/Class 2 vehicles around site
• Moving wagons and trailers safely and efficiently throughout the yard
• Organising vehicle movements in line with dispatch schedules
• Managing trailer parking and loading bay availability
• Supporting the smooth running of warehouse and transport operations
• Carrying out vehicle checks and maintaining safety standards
• Working effectively within a fast-paced yard environment

Requirements

• Valid UK Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence
• Valid CPC qualification
• Maximum of 6 penalty points
• Previous shunter experience preferred, although full training can be provided
• Strong awareness of health & safety procedures
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work efficiently under pressure
• Good communication and organisational skills

Shift Pattern

• Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
• Average 8–10 hour shifts
• 32–40 hours per week

Pay & Benefits

• £16.02 per hour basic rate
• Additional £1.00 per hour performance bonus after training completion
• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Full training provided for the right candidate
• Opportunity to join a stable and growing company

Click to Apply

Please click to apply to send me your cv for this role please contact Mcmillan Serrant or email an up-to-date CV to at our Bradford Office (phone number removed)

This position is advertised by SWIFT Temps Ltd Driving Recruitment Division, operating as an employment business.

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