At a Glance
- Tasks: Load trailers, secure goods, and operate an FLT in a busy yard.
- Company: Join XPO Logistics, a leader in innovative logistics solutions.
- Benefits: Earn £15.86 plus £2.73 for unsociable hours, with full training provided.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and opportunities to upskill your licence.
- Why this job: Enjoy stable hours, Monday to Friday, with no road work involved.
- Qualifications: FLT licence required; shunting experience preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 32218 - 35256 £ per year.
Logistics done differently. Are you an HGV driver fed up with not knowing when you’re working next, or when your work will die down? Are you an experienced yard shunter looking for work in a stable industry? Do you hold an FLT license? If you answered yes, then look no further – XPO Logistics is recruiting! We’re looking for a full‑time, permanent Class 1 HGV Shunter Driver to join us at our site in Wakefield.
Pay, Benefits and More:
- Shifts Monday to Friday – 14:00 – 22:00
- Pay Rates: £15.86 plus £2.73 unsociable hours (18:00 – 22:00)
What You’ll Do On a Typical Day:
- You will be loading trailers and securing goods safely; full training will be given.
- You will work in a safe manner at all times.
- You will be required to operate an FLT during your working hours.
- You’ll be performing trailer movements in our busy regional yard.
- You will be driving a tug on site – previous experience would be an advantage.
- All work is yard based; no road work is expected.
- You must have shunting experience as some manoeuvres are in confined spaces.
What You Need to Succeed at XPO:
- Must be flexible in working hours.
- No experience needed; full training will be given.
- Ideally LGV / HGV C+E / Class 1 entitlement on your licence.
- If a trained yard shunter without HGV Class 1, we will look to upskill your current licence.
- No more than 6 points, with no DD or DR endorsements present.
- FLT Licence.
Shunter (CE) with FLT, MON-FRI 14:00-23:00 in Wakefield employer: XPO Logistics Europe
At XPO Logistics, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a stable work environment with predictable hours from Monday to Friday. Our supportive work culture fosters employee growth through comprehensive training and upskilling opportunities, ensuring that you can advance your career while enjoying competitive pay and benefits in our dynamic Wakefield location.
