Class 1 Tipper Drivers Liverpool Docks (days / nights / weekends)

Job Description

Role Overview: HGV Category C+E Tipper Specialist – Port of Liverpool

Location: Liverpool Docklands

Are you seeking a Class 1 position that breaks the monotony of standard haulage and provides a consistent finish time? This unique opportunity offers both variety and stability within a bustling maritime environment.

Our partner, situated directly on the Port of Liverpool, requires Class 1 professionals to facilitate the transfer of cargo from arriving vessels to dockside storage facilities. You will be operating tipper trailers—full technical training will be provided for those without prior tipper experience—transporting a diverse range of agricultural food products and aggregates. This role is ideally suited for individuals desiring flexible ad-hoc shifts or consistent, ongoing assignments. We require dependable, industrious operators capable of committing to 12-hour duty cycles.

As a member of our driving team, you will receive weekly PAYE compensation. You maintain the flexibility to either have your holiday pay included in your hourly rate or accumulated into a fund for disbursement during your time off.

Compensation Structure (Inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay):

• Monday – Friday (Days): £17.93 per hour

• Monday – Friday (Nights): £19.05 per hour

• Saturdays: £20.17 per hour

• Sundays: £21.85 per hour

• Minimum 8-hour shift guarantee

Adapt Logistics is a specialist recruitment consultancy based in the Wirral. Managed by Lindsey and Matt Thompson, who bring over 25 years of driver recruitment expertise across the North West, we operate 24/7 to support our workforce.

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Job Data Table

Category	Details
Company Name	Adapt Logistics Recruitment Ltd
Location	Liverpool, United Kingdom
Locality	Liverpool Docks (Seaforth/Bootle)
Country	United Kingdom
City	Liverpool
Region	Merseyside
Job Type	Full-time / Temporary
Salaries	£17.93–£21.85 per hour
Experience Level	HGV Class 1 (Category C+E)
Travel	Local Port Shunting
Language	English
Benefits	Tipper Training, 8hr Guarantee, 24/7 Support

Skills & Competency Table

Skill	Level
HGV Class 1 Maneuvering	Expert
Tipper Trailer Operation	Intermediate (Training provided)
Dockside Safety Protocols	Advanced
Time Management	Expert
Load Distribution/Securing	Advanced

Salaries Pay Calculator Table

Component	Amount
Annual Salary	£44,753 – £54,537 (Based on 48hr week)
Bonus	Not Specified
Total Compensation	Hourly Wage + Rolled-up Holiday Pay
Notes	Weekend and night premiums significantly boost annual potential

Job Summary

This role involves shunting agricultural and aggregate loads between ships and warehouses at Liverpool Docks using Class 1 tipper trucks. Offering a minimum of 8 hours per shift and 12-hour cycles, it provides excellent variety and predictable finish times for reliable HGV drivers, with full tipper training provided.

5 Simple FAQs

• Do I need prior tipper experience? No, full training on tipper trailer operation will be provided by the client.

• What is the minimum pay per shift? You are guaranteed a minimum of 8 hours of pay for every shift you work.

• Is this a permanent or temporary role? It is a temporary/ongoing role with full-time hours available.

• How often will I be paid? Drivers are paid weekly on a PAYE basis.

• Are night shifts available? Yes, the site operates 24/7 with specific premium rates for night and weekend work.

Expert Analysis

Working “within the gate” at Liverpool Docks is a distinct advantage for HGV drivers in 2026. Unlike long-haul roles, dock shunting avoids motorway congestion and ensures predictable finish times. The £21.85 Sunday rate is highly competitive for the Merseyside region, especially with the 8-hour minimum guarantee.

Location & Logistics Guide

The Port of Liverpool (Seaforth Dock) is the primary work location. Accessible via the A565, it is a high-security environment. Drivers should allow extra time for port security clearance. The site is a 10-minute drive from the M57/M58 switch island, making it accessible from across the North West.

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Career Path

Experienced dock drivers often transition into specialized port logistics roles or heavy-haulage positions. The tipper training provided here is a valuable “ticket” that opens doors to construction and aggregate sectors. Adapt Logistics also offers pathways into “tramping” or Class 1 long-haul roles for those seeking different challenges.