https://jobs.co.uk/job/yard-driver-optima-uk-inc-ltd--cccf0df6-c9c1-4ed4-8bc2-9eb3403997d9 RSS feed for Yard Driver at Optima UK Inc Ltd. en-gb Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:15:21 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/yard-driver-optima-uk-inc-ltd--cccf0df6-c9c1-4ed4-8bc2-9eb3403997d9 https://jobs.co.uk/job/yard-driver-optima-uk-inc-ltd--cccf0df6-c9c1-4ed4-8bc2-9eb3403997d9 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Nottingham | Salary: £13.50/hour | Type: Permanent | Job description: Job Role: Trainee Heavy Machinery Driver Location or Commutable from: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Pay Rate: -13.50 - -14.00 per hour Shift: Mon - Thu 07:15 - 16:00, Fri 07:15 - 15:00 Key Benefits: - Company pension - Full training provided including FLT and Shunter Driver training - Long term career progression - Free on-site parking - Regular overtime available - Early finish every Friday - Stable long-term opportunity About the Company: A leading manufacturing and engineering business working across structural, rail and automotive industries. With a reputation for quality and long-term customer partnerships, they are now looking for a dedicated Trainee Heavy Machinery Driver to join their team on a permanent basis. The Trainee Heavy Machinery Driver: - Previous experience operating heavy machinery, plant equipment or locomotives is essential - Keen to learn and train as a Shunter Driver - Comfortable with general labouring and yard duties - Willing to train on FLT - Reliable and safety focused - Comfortable working in a hands-on industrial environment Key Responsibilities: - Training to operate a shunter locomotive safely o... Permanent