The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Location: Derby
Pay Rate: To be confirmed
Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 2:00pm 10:00pm
Contract: Temp to Perm
Quest Employment are recruiting for a Warehouse Operative - Yard Shunter to support operations within a busy contract logistics environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers around the yard and onto or off loading bays. This role is essential in supporting inbound and outbound operations, maintaining yard flow, improving operational efficiency, and helping ensure trailers are positioned correctly for on-time dispatch and receipt performance.
A key part of this position is flexibility. When yard activity is low, you will be expected to support warehouse operations to help maintain overall site productivity.
Job Purpose
The main purpose of the role is to safely manage trailer movements within the yard while supporting warehouse operations when required to ensure efficient site performance.
Key Responsibilities
Trailer Movements & Yard Management
- Move trailers safely between yard locations, staging areas and loading bays
- Position trailers accurately onto bays for loading and unloading
- Remove loaded trailers from bays and reposition them as required
- Keep the yard layout clear and organised to support operational flow
Safety & Compliance
- Operate shunter vehicles in line with all safety procedures and site rules
- Follow safe systems of work for trailer coupling, uncoupling and bay movements
- Complete pre-use vehicle checks and xgikmsk report any defects immediately
- Maintain full awareness of pedestrians, vehicles and hazards within the yard
Yard Checks & Equipment Control
- Ensure trailers are secure, roadworthy and correctly chocked when parked
- Monitor bay availability and communicate effectively with warehouse and transport teams
- Ensure trailer allocation is aligned with loading priorities and schedules
Operational
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Yard Shunter in Langley employer: Quest Employment
Quest Employment is an outstanding employer, offering Warehouse Operatives in Islip a stable work environment with fixed AM or PM shifts that ensure consistency in your schedule. With competitive pay rates, enhanced weekend overtime, and a supportive team culture, employees benefit from comprehensive training and clear career progression opportunities, all while enjoying excellent on-site facilities like a subsidised canteen and gym.
