HGV Shunter Driver

Are you ready to join a global leader in door manufacturing and be part of an exciting growth journey? JELD-WEN Penrith is hiring Shunter Drivers to join our friendly and supportive team!

Welcome to JELD-WEN Penrith – the European flagship for UK production.
With the addition of a new manufacturing line and a broader transformation agenda across the business, this is an exciting time to join us.

Penrith CA11

Monday to Friday schedule with a rotating 3-shift pattern (6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm, 10pm–6am)

Start from £16.25/hour, with shift premiums and enhanced overtime rates

Early Shift (6am–2pm): £16.25/hour

• Daily pre-use checks
• Shunt trailers timely & efficiently between locations
• Help to strap loads
• Liaise with Haulers when required
• Work to a loading/unloading schedule
• Seal and secure all loaded trailers within the yard
• Position trailers to allow safe unloading
• Ensure outside bay areas are kept clean and litter free
• Be responsible for basic upkeep of shunter vehicle
• Check lights, tyres and insides of trailers
• Adhere to the company’s H&S regulations

• HGV1 Licence holder
• FLT License is desirable but not essential
• Strong commitment to a 'Safety First' culture
• Ability to work independently to a high standard
• Highly motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent team player with strong communication skills

• Permanent, full-time contract
• Extensive training and access to internal/external courses
• Inclusive and friendly work culture
• 33 days holiday (25 days + 8 bank holidays)
• Pension scheme (up to 7.5% employer contribution) &
  life insurance (6x salary)
• Wellbeing support via a dedicated app
• Salary sacrifice schemes
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  Cycle to work, health cash plan, and more
• Staff discounts on JELD-WEN products
• Annual bonus, referral rewards, and team events like Fun Family Day

Seize the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real impact. Join our dynamic team at JELD-WEN Penrith and embark on your journey to becoming a production pro.

Apply now and unlock your potential with JELD-WEN!

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JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.