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HGV Class 1 Driver - Shunter (1400 - 2200 Shift)

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Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£18 - £19 Annual
Full-Time
HGV Class 1 Shunter Driver

Location: Peterborough

Temp to perm position. (Permanent pay rates with this client are starting from £20ph)

37.5hrs per week.

8 hour shifts.

Manual work involved.

Pay Rate: £18.25 - £19.00 per hour (DOE)

Tallgrass Recruitment are currently recruiting HGV Class 1 Shunter Drivers on behalf of a leading client within the food production industry based in Peterborough.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers looking for ongoing, long-term work with fixed shift patterns and immediate starts available.

Available Shifts

* 14:00 – 22:00

* 22:00 – 06:00

All shifts are 8 hours per day.

The Role

* Shunting Class 1 vehicles and trailers around a busy customer site

* Moving trailers safely between loading bays and designated parking areas

* Liaising with warehouse and transport teams to ensure smooth site operations

* Completing vehicle checks and reporting any defects

* Adhering to all site health and safety procedures

* Maintaining a professional and safety-focused approach at all times

Please note that this role involves manual duties in addition to shunting responsibilities and applicants must be comfortable carrying out physical work when required.

Pay & Benefits

* Competitive hourly pay

* Ongoing work available

* Weekly pay

* Fixed shift patterns

* Immediate starts available

* Opportunity to work for a well-established food industry client

Requirements

* Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence

* Valid CPC Qualification

* Digital Tachograph Card

* Previous Class 1 driving experience

* Previous shunting experience preferred but not essential

* Maximum of 6 penalty points

* Good understanding of site safety procedures and vehicle movements

About Tallgrass Recruitment

Tallgrass Recruitment are specialist HGV and Freight recruiters, supporting transport and logistics businesses across the UK with high-quality driving professionals.

To apply or find out more, contact Tallgrass Recruitment on (phone number removed).

Benefits:

* Company pension

* Health & wellbeing programme

* On-site parking

Reference: 225254382

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HGV Class 1 Driver - Shunter (1400 - 2200 Shift)

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library

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Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£18 - £19 Annual
Full-Time
HGV Class 1 Shunter Driver

Location: Peterborough

Temp to perm position. (Permanent pay rates with this client are starting from £20ph)

37.5hrs per week.

8 hour shifts.

Manual work involved.

Pay Rate: £18.25 - £19.00 per hour (DOE)

Tallgrass Recruitment are currently recruiting HGV Class 1 Shunter Drivers on behalf of a leading client within the food production industry based in Peterborough.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers looking for ongoing, long-term work with fixed shift patterns and immediate starts available.

Available Shifts

* 14:00 – 22:00

* 22:00 – 06:00

All shifts are 8 hours per day.

The Role

* Shunting Class 1 vehicles and trailers around a busy customer site

* Moving trailers safely between loading bays and designated parking areas

* Liaising with warehouse and transport teams to ensure smooth site operations

* Completing vehicle checks and reporting any defects

* Adhering to all site health and safety procedures

* Maintaining a professional and safety-focused approach at all times

Please note that this role involves manual duties in addition to shunting responsibilities and applicants must be comfortable carrying out physical work when required.

Pay & Benefits

* Competitive hourly pay

* Ongoing work available

* Weekly pay

* Fixed shift patterns

* Immediate starts available

* Opportunity to work for a well-established food industry client

Requirements

* Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence

* Valid CPC Qualification

* Digital Tachograph Card

* Previous Class 1 driving experience

* Previous shunting experience preferred but not essential

* Maximum of 6 penalty points

* Good understanding of site safety procedures and vehicle movements

About Tallgrass Recruitment

Tallgrass Recruitment are specialist HGV and Freight recruiters, supporting transport and logistics businesses across the UK with high-quality driving professionals.

To apply or find out more, contact Tallgrass Recruitment on (phone number removed).

Benefits:

* Company pension

* Health & wellbeing programme

* On-site parking
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Reference: 225254382

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