Career Opportunities at JELD-WEN: HGV Shunter Driver

About us

We are now looking to recruit an HGV Shunter Driver who will shunt trailers on and off bays and to the external warehouse, assist in loading and general warehouse duties.

Location: Penrith CA11
Shifts: Monday to Friday schedule with a rotating 3-shift pattern (6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm, 10pm–6am) 

Great Pay: Start from £18.68/hour, with shift premiums and enhanced overtime rates

 Brand‑New 2026 Pay Rates

We’ve increased our pay to stay competitive and reward your hard work:

• Early Shift (6am–2pm): £18.68/hour


• Late Shift (2pm–10pm): £19.81/hour


• Night Shift (10pm–6am): £21.58/hour

Your role:

• 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

What we’re looking for:

• 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


• Positive attitude


• Excellent team player with strong communication skills

Enjoy outstanding benefits: 

• 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: 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

Apply today! 

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! 

For any questions, please contact our Talent Team at: [email protected] 

About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. 

JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide, LaCantina® and VPI™ in North America, and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. For more information, visit corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn.

JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’. 

What We Offer

Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. 

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.
 

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