HGV Class 1 Shunter

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Workington, Cumbria, England, GBR
In-Office
35K-35K Annually
Entry level
Logistics • Transportation
The Role
Move and position trailers and vehicles around the yard, including between loading bays and designated areas. Conduct vehicle safety checks, report defects, follow site health and safety procedures, and support the transport team with daily operations. The role is permanent, full-time night work on a 4-on-4-off schedule at a paper mill site.
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Company Description

Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

HGV Class 1 Shunter – Nights

Workington (Iggesund Paper Mill, CA14 1JX)
£35,294 per annum
Permanent | Full Time | 4 on 4 off | 18:00 – 06:00

Stobart, part of the Culina Group, is looking for a Class 1 Shunter to join our operation at Iggesund Paper Mill in Workington.

This is a site-based role, responsible for the safe movement of trailers and vehicles around the yard, ensuring efficient operations and maintaining high safety standards.

What you'll be doing:

  • Shunting trailers between loading bays and designated yard areas.
  • Positioning trailers for loading and unloading.
  • Carrying out vehicle checks and reporting defects.
  • Following all site safety procedures and regulations.
  • Working closely with the transport team to support daily operations.

Qualifications

  • You should hold a valid C+E Licence and ideally have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience
  • Previous Experience in a HGV Shunting role is advantageous
  • No more than 6 points and no DD/ DR Code convictions.
  • Hold a current valid DCPC & Tacho cards.
  • Understand and able to comply with Driver’s hours and WTD legislation.
  • Able to understand and carry out necessary vehicle checks to ensure vehicle safety and able to report defects correctly.
  • Should comply with on-site health and safety requirements.
  • Excellent communication skills.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Stobart a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

  • 28 Days paid Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays (An additional 6 days leave after 5 years’ service)
  • Fully paid Uniform and PPE including gloves and boots
  • Fully paid DCPC training and reimbursement of statutory HGV Driver Medical and Eye Tests up to the value of £100.
  • Life assurance from Day 1.
  • Death in service, 2 x basic salary after 12 months service, as long as you’re a pension service member.
  • 25% discount off food at our Truck Stops.
  • Length of Service Recognition Scheme - £250 paid for every Five years’ service.
  • Access to the Reward Me Now app offering deals and discounts at over 120 brands.
  • Access to Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace, a free to access service, with access to Digital GP Appointments, Mental Health Consultants and annual Health Check.
  • Discounted Gym memberships.

Skills Required

  • Valid C+E Licence
  • Minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience
  • Previous HGV shunting experience
  • No more than 6 licence points
  • No DD or DR code convictions
  • Current valid DCPC
  • Current valid tachograph card
  • Ability to comply with Driver's Hours and Working Time Directive legislation
  • Ability to carry out vehicle checks and report defects correctly
  • Ability to comply with on-site health and safety requirements
  • Excellent communication skills
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The Company
HQ: Drayton
1,363 Employees
Year Founded: 1994

What We Do

Culina Group is a market leading provider of high quality logistics services for food and drink companies in the UK and Ireland. We serve a sizeable portfolio of customers - ranging from niche operators to major multinational companies - across our vast depot network, comprised of over 100 strategically located sites. We work with over 22,000 fantastic people at peak and specialise in the development and implementation of total supply chain solutions for ambient and chilled brand manufacturers and distributors. We are totally customer focused and always seek to add real value to our clients, providing a holistic solution to meet the challenges faced by manufacturers and the changing demands of the retail sector.

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