8 class 1 driver jobs found in Hinckley

Job Title: Shunter Driver Location: Stoke-on-Trent Duration: Temp to perm/ ongoing contract Pay Rate: DOE Shift: Days We are currently recruiting for an experienced Shunter Driver to join a busy and well-established operation in Stoke-on-Trent. This is a day shift position with the opportunity for a temp-to-perm role or ongoing long-term work. The Role: You will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers and vehicles across the site, supporting day-to-day transport and yard operations. Key Responsibilities: Shunting trailers safely around the yard and site Coupling and uncoupling trailers Positioning vehicles for loading and unloading Carrying out vehicle checks and reporting defects Working closely with warehouse and transport teams Ensuring all tasks are completed in line with health and safety procedures Requirements: Valid Class 1 (C+E) driving licence Previous shunting or yard experience preferred Good understanding of transport and site...

Job Title: Vehicle Technical Advisor – Military Vehicles Location: Coventry, UK Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri). Vacancy Type: Full-time, 6 month Contract and onsite (6 months, long term sickness cover) Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum FTC Please note: internally, this role is titled Technical Representative About the role We’re looking for a Technical Representative to support the delivery of the PMETS (Protected Mobility Engineering Technical Support) contract and provide expert vehicle support to the UK Ministry of Defence. ​ This is a 6-month fixed-term role covering a period of long-term sickness within the team, supporting ongoing operational requirements across the protected mobility fleet. ​ In this role, you’ll act as a technical authority for several of the UK’s protected mobility platforms, including Mastiff, Ridgback, Wolfhound, Foxhound, Jackal and Coyote. You’ll work directly with MOD personnel, maintainers and users across the UK, helping...

Metrology Laboratory Maintenance Engineer - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Do you have a NVQ Level 4 or an indentured apprenticeship in Mechanical, Electrical, or Maintenance Engineering? along with familiarity with scientific instruments like CMM, surface finish, and CT/X-Ray equipment, coupled with a background in quality standards?  Are you ready to step into a role that combines technical expertise with a dynamic and innovative environment? This is your chance to become a Metrology Laboratory Maintenance Engineer and play a critical part in supporting a world-class Metrology Laboratory. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to engineering excellence, support cutting-edge prototype developments, and make a tangible impact on quality within the automotive sector. If you're passionate about precision, problem-solving, and delivering results, this role is tailored for you. What You Will Do: - Maintain and control laboratory environmental...

We are seeking a highly motivated Kinetic Energy / Vehicle Energy Systems Engineer to support the delivery of class‑leading vehicle efficiency. This role sits within a systems and attribute‑based engineering environment, focusing on energy management, road load performance, and vehicle‑level optimisation. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in engineering physics, simulation, and data analysis, and will play a key role in influencing vehicle efficiency outcomes across cross‑functional teams. Location: Warwick (On-site / Hybrid as required) Contract: Contract role - initial 12 month with potential for extension Rate: £33.88 ph Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities Deliver vehicle efficiency improvements through kinetic energy and road load analysis Apply engineering optimisation techniques supported by advanced data analysis Run and interpret results from simulation tools to assess system and vehicle performance Support systems engineering activities, from...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Vehicle Integration Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 11th March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Applicants should be self-starting and motivated to deliver class leading vehicle efficiency. Strong technical background, with proven experience in engineering optimisation and data analysis. Experience with engineering simulation tools and drawing conclusions from simulation results. Experience of systems engineering / integration – from target setting and decomposition through to component and system performance validation. Ensure the interests of the kinetic energy attribute are represented in cross departmental meetings. Project management skills. Confident at presenting to all levels within the company. Support the Integrated Energy Management Teams with road load predictions and simulations. Responsible for...

Vehicle Integration Engineer - (phone number removed) - £33.99/hr umbrella rate Do you have proficiency in using simulation tools such as ADAMS, Simulink, GT-Power, or Carmaker, and the ability to interpret complex data? with a strong understanding of engineering physics and road load analysis techniques?  Are you ready to accelerate your career in the automotive industry? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of innovation as a Vehicle Integration Engineer. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, influence vehicle efficiency, and collaborate with talented professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you're passionate about engineering optimisation and want to make a real impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. What You Will Do:  - Lead the charge in delivering exceptional vehicle efficiency through engineering optimisation and data analysis. - Utilise simulation tools to conduct road load...

Vehicle Integration Engineer (Accessories) - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Do you have extensive experience in the automotive industry, with a deep understanding of vehicle systems and component design? Are you ready to accelerate your career in the automotive industry? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a cutting-edge company as a Vehicle Integration Engineer (Accessories). You'll be at the forefront of developing and integrating innovative technologies into vehicle architectures, ensuring they meet the highest standards of functionality and customer satisfaction. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and thrive on solving complex challenges, this role is your chance to shine! What You Will Do: - Lead the integration of new technologies within vehicle architectures, ensuring seamless functionality and compatibility with established strategies and targets. - Act as the technical arbitrator, driving functional and attribute target delivery...

At Formula we're looking for an intern to work in our Process Engineering Team, to assist with data collection, developing projects, communications and progressing reactive tasks, and proactive works. You'll get hands-on experience working within our busy manufacturing operation, enabling you to develop your technical skills and directly support the team's production and quality goals. This Process Engineering intern will be a part of the Process Engineering team which is a small multi-disciplined team of engineers. We collaborate with the wider site teams and senior management in order to identify opportunities for process improvements and would welcome our intern to bring fresh ideas and new ways of thinking. Formula is part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland. At Formula, we manufacture high- performance gypsum-based materials used in construction and industrial applications across the UK and beyond. From plaster to specialist formulations, our products are essential to modern...