LGV Class 1 Shunter Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
DAY Shunter DRIVER – Shotton
GSL are an award-winning transport, shipping and storage company, operating within the UK and Ireland with a modern fleet of over 500 vehicles across the group.
Having built a reputation for delivering exceptional customer service, and with an established team of over 170 employees, the business is continuing to grow year on year.
We are currently looking to recruit DAY LGV C+E drivers to work from our Shotton depot. The work will involve trailer movements from the docks or other sites to our yard locations, providing an excellent service for all our UK customers.
Potential earnings £39,780.00
Includes £7 daily meal allowance (Tax free)
In addition this you can also earn up to £40 per week / £2,080.00 a year fuel bonus!
You will also receive…
Guaranteed 50 hours pay
Funded DCPC
Company Pension
Company Uniform
Death in Service Scheme
Weekly pay
Weekend rates
£15 per hour Saturday, 10 hours guaranteed
£16.20 per hour Sunday, 10 hours guaranteed
Key Responsibilities include:
- Ensure strict adherence to tacho regulations
- Ensure the safe use of the national road network in line with the road transport laws and regulations.
- Undertake daily inspections of vehicles and trailers and complete either a Nil Defect Report or a defect Report, as necessary.
- Ensure that the vehicle is loaded correctly and securely.
- Demonstrate strict adherence to both on-site and off-site Health and Safety Regulations, reporting any breaches to site management immediately
- Making sure that the vehicle is kept in a clean and tidy condition in line with company requirements.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
Experience:
- Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred)
- driving: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 05/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for LGV Class 1 Shunter Driver roles across Gwynedd Shipping Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £33,000 - £33,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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