We are looking for an experienced Yard Shunter to join our Wigan depot. This is a dedicated yard-based role, ideal for someone who has previous shunting experience and is looking for a stable, consistent shunting position rather than a driving role on the road.
Shift pattern:
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift: 22:00 to 06:00
- 40 hours per week
Salary:
- £14.47 per hour
- £1.00 per hour night allowance (effective rate £15.47 per hour)
- Overtime paid at £21.71 per hour
What you'll be doing:
- Observing and adhering to company rules, site procedures and all aspects of Health & Safety and Hygiene at all times
- Moving trailers safely on and off loading bays throughout the shift.
- Supporting yard safety by monitoring, patrolling and maintaining safe yard movements.
- Operating a dedicated yard-based shunting vehicle.
- Helping ensure trailers are positioned correctly and loaded on time.
- 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
Job requirements
What we're looking for:
- Previous yard shunting experience is strongly preferred.
- Someone who wants a dedicated shunting role and understands the pace, safety standards and responsibility of working in a busy yard environment.
- Current or previous Class 1 licence experience is preferred
- A safety-first approach and confidence moving trailers in a live operational environment.
- Reliability, good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a wider transport team.
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Shunter in Manchester employer: Great Bear
At Great Bear, part of the Culina Group, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment at our Deeside site, where every employee is valued and empowered to drive continuous improvement. With a strong focus on personal development and a culture that celebrates success, we offer comprehensive learning programmes and a range of benefits, ensuring that you can thrive both professionally and personally in your role as a Continuous Improvement Engineer.
