Ignition Driver Recruitment

Class 1 Shunter

HGV Class 1 Shunter (C+E) - Bolton - Earn £37k +per annum - Bonus Schemes - Apply Today!
Job Title:
HGV Class 1 Shunter (C+E)
Location: Bolton
Pay Rate: £37,440 per annum
Shifts: Sunday to Thursday set shift (17:00 - 02:00)

Ignition Driver Recruitment are looking for reliable, experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our team and play a vital role in keeping the supply chain moving. We are looking for Shunters in Bolton for our client, who is a leading manufacturer and supplier of trade Bathrooms.

What You'll Do:

  • Safely operate Class 1 (C+E) vehicles on planned routes between client sites
    • Moving trailers/vehicles on & off bays (double & single deck trailers)
    • Some warehouse duties required on an adhoc basis
      • Loading, unloading, preparing vehicles for loading by removing empty pallets etc
      • Driving an FLT to move pallets around
  • Conduct daily vehicle checks and complete relevant paperwork
    • Maintain vehicles in line with DVSA requirements
    • Perform basic repairs and maintenance
    • Defect reporting 
  • Organise the yard
    • Coordinate the movement of delivery trucks and vans to optimise loading and unloading processes
    • Perform daily yard checks reporting any defects to the transport office
  • Ensure timely and accurate deliveries or collections - communicating with all departments in relation to ETA's

What You Need:

  • A valid UK HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
  • At least 12 months Class 1 driving experience 
  • An FLT Licence and previous experience 
  • A current UK Driver CPC (DCPC) card
  • A valid Digital Tachograph card
  • Up to 6 points accepted on licence (No DD, DR, CD, TT, IN endorsements)
  • A professional attitude and strong communication skills
  • the ability to prioritise tasks in a timely manner
  • Flexibility when it comes to your working hours to help cover annual leave as and when needed
  • You must be a UK resident to be considered for this opportunity.

    We are unable to assist with VISA applications and cannot assist with relocation.

    Why Work With Us?
    • Weekly pay with competitive rates
    • Excellent bonus schemes
    • Guaranteed work
    • 25 days basic holiday entitlement (33 including bank holidays)
    • Comany Pension
    • Ongoing work on a set shift pattern
    • Supportive team who value our drivers
    • Opportunities for ongoing training and upskilling
    • 24/7 on-call support if you need us
    This role also carries the opportunity to go permanent with the client for the right person.

    Apply Today – Drive Your Career Forward With Us!


    • Start: 14/08/2025
    • Duration: On-going
    • Rate: £37,440 p/a + Bonus
    • Location: Bolton,England
    • Type: Contract
    • Industry: Other
    • Recruiter: Ignition Driver Recruitment
    • Contact: Heidi Sowrey
    • Tel: 0330 20 20 162
    • Email: to view click here
    • Reference: Ignition-DRV080-Class1Shunter-2025
    • Posted: 2025-08-14 10:00:09 -

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