At a Glance
- Tasks: Shunt vehicles, maintain hygiene, and support loading teams in a busy transport yard.
- Company: Join Henderson Foodservice, a leading supplier in the food service industry.
- Benefits: Market-leading pay, staff discounts, health care scheme, and full training provided.
- Other info: Enjoy a safe, clean, and friendly working environment with flexible hours.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and contribute to a vital industry.
- Qualifications: Valid Cat C+E licence and strong health and safety awareness required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Shunter – Henderson Foodservice – Newtownabbey
Company: Henderson Foodservice, part of Henderson Group. The group employs over 6,000 staff and is a leading supplier to the food service industry in Ireland.
A look into the role:
- Shunt vehicles around the yard to designated areas
- Maintain lorry hygiene, perform daily water/oil/fuel checks
- Control and account for cage placements
- Execute manual handling (pushing, pulling, lifting heavy loads)
- Provide support to the loading team when shunting duties are absent
Skills for Success:
Minimum criteria:- Hold a valid Cat C+E licence
- Hold a valid, in‑date Driver Qualification Card (CPC up to date)
- Strong awareness of health and safety – especially in a busy transport yard
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Knowledge of vehicle refrigeration
- Knowledge of tail lift operation
- Attention to detail
- Strong health and safety awareness in a busy transport yard
Are we right for you? Alignment with our core values is important: Ambition, Customer First, Teamwork, Integrity.
Why Join Us?
- Market‑leading pay and bonus incentives
- Staff discounts on grocery/fuel at SPAR/EUROSPAR, and Henderson Group company‑owned stores
- Store discount scheme across UK/Ireland
- Health care scheme
- Pension scheme
- Full training provided
- Safe, clean, and friendly working environment
Hours of Work:
This full‑time position is 38 hours per week, typically Sunday to Thursday 4pm to midnight, job to finish. The warehouse operates 24 hours, so flexibility is required. Job to finish: colleagues are expected to stay until the day's workload is completed and orders ready for dispatch.
Applications must be submitted online by midnight on Sunday 5th July 2026.
Address: Hightown Avenue, Mallusk, Newtownabbey, BT36 4RT.
Phone: +44 (0)28 9034 2733.
Email: human.resources@henderson-group.com.
Group Operative - Shunter - Foodservice in Newtownabbey employer: Henderson Group
Henderson Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Limavady, where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their careers. With a strong focus on teamwork, integrity, and customer service, staff enjoy attractive benefits including competitive pay, discounts, and a commitment to employee well-being. Join us to be part of a family-owned business that values ambition and community support, making every day at work meaningful and rewarding.
