Shunter

GXO (formerly Wincanton) · Gravesham

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Transport LogisticsOther Employment OpportunityOn-siteFull-timeOther Employment Opportunity

Are you a Class 1 Shunter Driver looking for a role with the security of guaranteed full-time hours?

Here at GXO, we are looking for a Class 1 Shunter to join our team in Northfleet supporting our customer, Arbex. This is a permanent role, and you will be working 42 hours per week on a 4on,4off shift pattern.

Pay, benefits and more:

  • You will receive a salary of £35,583.38 (plus additional £3,231.84 Shift premium)
  • We offer 20 days of holiday per year
  • Flexible dental insurance plans
  • A company sponsored pension scheme
  • A 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and fully comprehensive employee assistance programme
  • Access to our MyBenefits platform, offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!
  • Admission to GXO University, our online learning platform enabling you to achieve your career aspirations!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

  • To ensure the TUG unit is safe to operate and monitor H&S of the transport area, report any non-conformances including VOR trailers
  • Effectively manage trailers on and off the bays, both at the RDC and over the mill in line with operational requirements.
  • Support all external hauliers for collections / deliveries and any internal movements between site locations.
  • Complete all transport area checks in an accurate and timely manner utilising systems and methods as supplied.
  • Monitor the usage and allocation of stand trailers.
  • Prepare trailers for loading including laying out of straps and pulling curtains.
  • Carry out any other duties as required in line with the role.

What you need to succeed:

  • You must hold a valid Class 1 licence with a minimum of 3 years experience
  • Have a valid Driver Qualification Card (CPC)
  • Less than 6 penalty points on licence (No DR, DG, DD, BA, CD, AC, LC or TT99 endorsements with a conviction date within the previous 5 years)
  • Shunter Experience preferred
  • Must be able to complete manual handling tasks
  • Good communication skills

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Posted 07 Oct 2026

Where you'd be based

DA11 9AD

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