Class 1 Shunter Driver (Terberg)
Location: Exeter
Our client is seeking an experienced Class 1 driver to work as a shunter, moving trailers between their haulage yard and site. A Terberg shunter (specialist shunter vehicle (also called a yard tractor or terminal tractor) designed for moving trailers around sites, yards, depots, and ports) will be used due to site inclines; familiarisation training is provided.
Role Summary
1. Shunting trailers on a short, fixed internal route
2. Moving precast concrete products, including high‑centre‑of‑gravity wall panels and wide floor slabs
3. Operating safely on gradients and within tight site areas
4. Completing basic vehicle checks and following site safety procedures
Requirements
5. Valid HGV Class 1 / LGV Cat C+E licence
6. Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Cards
7. Strong shunting or yard‑based driving experience
8. Confident handling heavy, wide, or unstable loads
9. Safety‑focused, reliable, and experienced
10. At least 12 months HGV Class 1 commercial driving experience
What’s Offered
11. £20.00 per hour on PAYE Accrued plus £2.41 per hour holiday pay equates to £22.41 per hour on PAYE Advanced
12. Training on Terberg shunter
13. Ongoing work with potential for extension