Shunter Driver

Job description

Are you a dedicated and safety-focused Shunter Driver who is looking to develop within a reputable organisation. Would you like to join our logistics team at our GXO Knottingley site working on the Verallia Contract.

To safely and efficiently transport glass products on pallets between local company sites using Class 1 vehicles. The role primarily involves shunting and inter-site movements, with occasional customer deliveries when required.

You'll be working on a full-time permanent basis, Monday to Friday between the hours of 06:00 – 17:00

Pay, benefits and more:

As a Class 1 Shunter Driver, you'll receive:

A salary of £37,939.20

25 days annual leave

Flexible dental insurance plans

A company sponsored pension scheme

A 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and fully comprehensive employee assistance programme

Access to our MyBenefits platform, offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more

Admission to GXO University, our online learning platform enabling you to achieve your career aspirations!

What you'll do on a typical day:

Safely operate Class 1 (C+E) vehicles for the movement of palletised glass between local company sites

Carry out regular shunting duties, including trailer movements and positioning of vehicles within site boundaries

Complete occasional customer deliveries in accordance with company schedules and customer requirements

Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly

Ensure all loads are secured correctly and transported safely in line with company procedures and legal requirements

Adhere to all road transport legislation, driver hours regulations, and Working Time Directive requirements

Follow all health and safety procedures, particularly those relating to the handling and transportation of glass products

Communicate effectively with transport planners, warehouse teams, and site personnel.

What you need to succeed at GXO:

A full EU driving licence with category C+E entitlement

A valid Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC)

Be in possession of a valid Digital Tachograph Card

Previous driving and/or shunting experience

No more than 6 current penalty points

No DR, DG, DD, BA, CD, AC, LC or TT99 endorsements with a conviction date within the previous 5 years

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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