Uniserve is a leading provider of innovative supply chain solutions, delivering excellence across global logistics. We are seeking to recruit a HGV Class 1 Night Driver to safely and efficiently manage the movement of trailers and vehicles within the yard, ensuring timely positioning to support operational requirements, loading schedules, and customer service delivery.
Salary: £40,800 per annum
Shift: Night shift 4 on 4 off so some weekend working will be required.
Key Responsibilities:
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Carry out shunting of trailers between parking areas, loading bays, and operational zones
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Ensure all trailer movements are completed in line with site plans and loading schedules
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Position trailers accurately and safely onto loading bays Liaise with warehouse and transport teams to ensure priorities are met
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Operate all vehicles in full compliance with road transport and internal safety policies
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Conduct daily vehicle checks (pre-use and defect reporting)
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Ensure coupling and uncoupling procedures are carried out safely
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Maintain high awareness of yard safety, pedestrians, and site traffic systems
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Report all incidents, near misses, and hazards promptly
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Support yard organisation, ensuring trailers are parked in designated areas
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Monitor trailer availability, identifying delays or constraints
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Assist in maintaining yard cleanliness and organisation standards
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Communicate effectively with transport office regarding issues or delays
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Complete all required paperwork or digital records accurately (e.g. keys, trailer ID, checks)
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Update internal systems where required (e.g. trailer status, bay allocation)
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Follow site processes for seal checks and load integrity
Skills & Experience:
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Full HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
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Valid Driver CPC & Valid Digital Tachograph Card
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App-literate and confident using multiple digital systems
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Flexible approach
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Strong communication
Benefits:
Joining our team means you'll not only enjoy a competitive salary and annual reviews, but also some pretty awesome perks:
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Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment
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Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded
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Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered
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Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us
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Free Eye Test and up to £69 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision
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Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you
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Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free
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Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash
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Care First Lifestyle Programme: Because your well-being matters
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Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us
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Group Life Policy: We've got you covered
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Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport
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Flexible Career Pathway: Grow with us!
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Supply Chain Academy: We create, deliver and manage learning that strengthens our organisation and the wider supply chain
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Enhanced Holiday Scheme: we believe loyalty should be rewarded
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Apprenticeships: Earn while you learn we offer apprenticeships that build talent in vital areas like technology, people, finance, operations and much more
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Private Health Care: We are committed to your wellbeing
At Uniserve we do amazing things. We are at the forefront of change, leading the transformation of the logistics and global trade management market. We have big ideas that push the boundaries and heaps of ambition that means we deliver on our promises time and again. People are the backbone of our business and the key to our continued success which is why we invest in training and development at all levels.
