Tug Driver

Job description

Location: Hull
Salary: £13.60 per hour
Hours: Flexible working hours between 6am and 10pm based on scheduling

*Own transport is essential due to location*

Manpower are currently recruiting for a reliable and safety-conscious Tug Driver to join a busy industrial operation in Scunthorpe. This is a varied role involving the movement of trailers, units, and materials across site, supporting the efficient flow of goods within a fast-paced operational environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe transportation, positioning, and allocation of trailers and equipment while working closely with operational teams to ensure production and logistics requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities
Operate tug vehicles safely and efficiently to move trailers, units, and equipment across site.
Transport and position trailers between loading bays, storage locations, production areas, and designated operational zones.
Ensure trailers are parked, secured, and positioned accurately in accordance with site requirements.
Carry out daily vehicle inspections and pre-use checks, reporting any defects or maintenance issues promptly.
Liaise with warehouse, logistics, transport, and production teams to coordinate trailer movements and operational priorities.
Complete relevant vehicle and operational documentation accurately when required.
Adhere to all site traffic management procedures, health and safety requirements, and safe systems of work.
Assist with general yard and operational duties as required to support business needs.
Candidate Requirements
Previous experience operating a tug, shunter, yard tractor, terminal tractor, HGV, FLT, or similar industrial vehicle is preferred.
Experience within logistics, transport, manufacturing, distribution, recycling, warehousing, ports, or industrial environments would be advantageous.
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to work independently and m...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hull

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-11-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English