Shunter Driver Operator, £15.99 p/hr, Full Time, Lisburn
About McCulla
With over 55 years of experience in the logistics industry, McCulla Ireland is one of the country’s leading providers of ambient, chilled, and frozen logistics solutions throughout Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Europe.
We currently operate centers across Northern Ireland and Ireland, with further expansion plans underway. McCulla employs over 300 staff across our Transport, Warehousing, Customs, and Green Bioenergy Operations. Our ever-growing modern fleet consists of over 120 vehicles and 200 trailers, operating a "just-in-time" service with environmental sustainability at the forefront of everything we do, making us unique in the market for our customers.
Role Overview
We are seeking a reliable, physically fit Shunter Driver Operator to join our team at our head office in Lisburn. This hands-on role is essential for keeping our fleet moving smoothly between service providers, test centers, and our operational sites.
Given the physical nature of the work—involving multiple trailer connections and disconnections throughout the day—this role would suit someone who is energetic, highly organised, and adaptable.
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Location: Head Office, Altona, Lisburn
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Salary: £41,574 per annum (£15.99 per hour based on a standard 50-hour week / 10-hour shifts)
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Working Hours: Varied start time (approx. 7:30 AM start for a 10-hour shift), depending on daily operational shunting requirements into The Cutts.
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Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time
About this role
Key Responsibilities
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Fleet & Trailer Movements: Taking trailers for MOT appointments, shunting trailers to and from The Cutts, and transferring trailers to refrigeration service providers in Newry or to TTW for repairs.
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Service Logistics: Collecting and delivering trucks to and from external service locations.
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Route Support: On quieter days, collecting empty trailers from Dublin.
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Office Support: Providing operational support to the Transport Office when required, particularly during peak and busy periods.
Candidate Requirements
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Licence & Experience: Valid HGV driving entitlement and professional driving experience within a logistics or transport environment.
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Physical Fitness: Capable of handling frequent trailer coupling, uncoupling, and active yard duties throughout a 10-hour shift.
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Flexibility: Adaptable to varying start times (approx. 7:30 AM) based on daily operational priorities.
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Team Player: Proactive, dependable, and willing to assist the wider transport team when needed.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Class 1 Licence
- Physically Fit
- Flexibility
- Team Player
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Lorry Driving
Shunter Driver Operator, £15.99 p/hr, Full Time, Lisburn employer: McCulla Ireland
McCulla Ireland is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Lisburn with a strong focus on employee growth and sustainability. With competitive pay rates, additional annual leave, and matched pension contributions, employees are supported both personally and professionally. The company's commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility, combined with opportunities for overtime and career advancement, makes it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful employment in the logistics sector.
