Class 1 Night Shunter at Bedford, Bedfordshire

Details of the job offer

  2026-08-25
  Full Time
  Temporary

Class 1 Night Shunter

Location: Marston Gate, MK43 0UL

Contract: Ongoing Temporary (Year-round stability)

Earnings: From £21.29 ph - £25.78 ph

Class 1 Driver Opportunity

Join Gi Group supporting our client based in Marston Gate, as a Class 1 Shunter.

This isn't just seasonal help; we are looking for professional shunter for ongoing position!

Role & Responsibilities :

  • Moving heavy goods vehicle (HGV) trailers around a depot yard or between local companies
  • Conducting thorough vehicle checks and maintaining accurate digital tachograph records.
  • Drivers must drive as per clients professional standards which you will be coached and trained on your first day
  • Ability to manage your Working Time Directive, and Driving Hours rules and Regulations in order to meet compliance expectations, and avoid infringement
  • Acting as a professional face of the brand when arriving at stores

Shifts :

  • Monday to Friday start 19:00
  • Ongoing & Full Time Opportunity

Benefits & Pay Rates :

  • Ongoing Work & Regular work
  • Onsite Parking
  • GI Group Perks & Benefits

Pay Rates - Please note the below includes your advanced holiday pay

Monday to Friday Day Shift : £20.17ph

Monday to Friday Night Shift : £21.29ph

Weekend / BH : £22.41ph - £25.78ph

Class 1 Driver Requirements

  • Valid UK Driver Cards (Driving Licence, CPC and DIGI Cards)
  • Minimum 1 year Class 1 licence + 12 months Class 1 driving experience
  • Previous experience in store deliveries would be preferred, but is not essential
  • Max 6 penalty points accepted for minor offences (no DR or DD offences)
  • Availability to work weekends is essential for this 24/7 operation
  • Will have the ability to demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills, as well as an attention to detail

About Gi Group

Gi Group is a leading recruiter committed to equity and inclusion. We are proud members of Neurodiversity in Business, Disability Confident, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide support throughout your employment journey.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.

  Driving
  Class 1 Drivers
  6021 - Northampton /
  £21 - £25 per hour
  GBP
  per hour
Class 1 Night Shunter
Temporary / Bedford
Place of work - City:
Bedford
Industrial sector:
Driving
Professional area:
Class 1 Drivers
Number of vacancies:
5
Reference code:
6021
Reference office:
Northampton
Salary:
£21 - £25 per hour
Salary to:
25
Salary per:
per hour
Job offer insertion date:
2026-08-25

Class 1 Night Shunter

Location: Marston Gate, MK43 0UL

Contract: Ongoing Temporary (Year-round stability)

Earnings: From £21.29 ph - £25.78 ph

Class 1 Driver Opportunity

Join Gi Group supporting our client based in Marston Gate, as a Class 1 Shunter.

This isn't just seasonal help; we are looking for professional shunter for ongoing position!

Role & Responsibilities :

  • Moving heavy goods vehicle (HGV) trailers around a depot yard or between local companies
  • Conducting thorough vehicle checks and maintaining accurate digital tachograph records.
  • Drivers must drive as per clients professional standards which you will be coached and trained on your first day
  • Ability to manage your Working Time Directive, and Driving Hours rules and Regulations in order to meet compliance expectations, and avoid infringement
  • Acting as a professional face of the brand when arriving at stores

Shifts :

  • Monday to Friday start 19:00
  • Ongoing & Full Time Opportunity

Benefits & Pay Rates :

  • Ongoing Work & Regular work
  • Onsite Parking
  • GI Group Perks & Benefits

Pay Rates - Please note the below includes your advanced holiday pay

Monday to Friday Day Shift : £20.17ph

Monday to Friday Night Shift : £21.29ph

Weekend / BH : £22.41ph - £25.78ph

Class 1 Driver Requirements

  • Valid UK Driver Cards (Driving Licence, CPC and DIGI Cards)
  • Minimum 1 year Class 1 licence + 12 months Class 1 driving experience
  • Previous experience in store deliveries would be preferred, but is not essential
  • Max 6 penalty points accepted for minor offences (no DR or DD offences)
  • Availability to work weekends is essential for this 24/7 operation
  • Will have the ability to demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills, as well as an attention to detail

About Gi Group

Gi Group is a leading recruiter committed to equity and inclusion. We are proud members of Neurodiversity in Business, Disability Confident, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide support throughout your employment journey.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.


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