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Job Posted: 12 hours ago

Salary: £ 34,839 - 34,840 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent

Expire in: a month

Job Description

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

About the Role

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.

What’s in it for you

  * 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

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Movement & Depot Operations

  * 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

Stock & Documentation Control

  * 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

Safety & Compliance

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

Requirements

Essential Qualifications

  * Full UK driving licence

  * HGV Class 1 licence

  * Valid ADR licence

  * Driver CPC qualification

  * Counterbalance forklift truck (FLT) licence

  * Experience within the hazardous waste or regulated logistics sector

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