Yard Shunter

Job Description

• Observing and adhering to company rules, site procedures and all aspects of Health & Safety and Hygiene at all times
• Effectively managing own working time in line with the Road Transport Directive
• Liaising with colleagues and ensuring completion of shift report
• Conducting daily checks, immediately reporting any defects and / or damage and completing associated documentation
• Carrying out trailer checks on loaded trailers and report to ops staff
• Completing trailer checklist and reporting to operations desk
• Carrying out shunting duties including relevant maintenance and safety checks
• Liaising with the warehouse control and goods in staff to ensure smooth and efficient loading / unloading of trailers
• Completing vehicles downloads as per the company policy
• Monitoring services / MOTs – liaising with Transport Office and with service vendor
• Assisting with fuel delivery / manual dip of fuel
• Keeping yard in clean / tidy condition
• Liaising with Transport Office as and when required i.e. special promotions and / or livery schedules
• Manage the flow of traffic in and out of the yard

Qualifications

• Previous experience of Shunting will be desirable.
• Attention to detail / accurate
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Adaptable and methodical approach to work / training
• Conscientious and reliable
• Excellent communication skills in order to deliver accurate information
• Able to work efficiently and accurately under pressure

Additional Information

In return for your passion, hard work and determination in providing outstanding service to our customers weoffer :

• Competitive salary
• Competitive holidays
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• Staff facilities including vending machines and canteen area
• Access to our benefits platform : discounts on high street retailers,holidays and cinema tickets
• Health cash plans : Hospital, dental and optical
• Training and development with career progression opportunities and MANY MORE

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