Job Description:

Shunter Driver

Rochester, Kent

£16.12 per hour | £20.15 per hour Overtime | 45 Hours Per Week Minimum | Permanent

Major Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and growing business within the food and agricultural sector to recruit an experienced Shunter Driver for their busy Yard team based in Rochester, Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable, reliable and safety-conscious Shunter Driver to join a successful operation and play a vital role in keeping transport, warehouse and production activities running efficiently.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers and vehicles around the yard, ensuring trailers are positioned correctly and available where and when they are required.

The Role:

As a Shunter Driver, you will be responsible for manoeuvring and positioning trailers safely across the yard and supporting the wider transport and warehouse operation.

Duties will include:

• Safely manoeuvring and parking vehicles and trailers within the yard
• Positioning trailers at loading bays to support inbound and outbound operations
• Carrying out daily vehicle and trailer safety checks
• Reporting defects in line with Vehicle Off Road (VOR) procedures
• Completing trailer movements safely and efficiently according to the daily operational plan
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers safely when required
• Maintaining accurate records of trailer and vehicle movements
• Communicating effectively with the Yard, Transport, Dispatch and Production teams
• Supporting other yard activities when required, including Gatehouse, Banksman or Forklift duties where trained
• Keeping the yard clean, organised and safe
• Following all company Health & Safety, Food Safety, Hygiene and site procedures at all times

Working Hours:

• 45 hours per week minimum
• Up to 60 hours per week maximum, across any 5 days
• Working 5 days per week, including weekends on a rota basis
• Typical start times are between 07:00am and 07:30pm, finish time is dependent on work load
• Finish times are variable depending on workload and operational requirements
• Approximately 2 weeks per year will require a 14:00 - 00:00 shift
• Flexibility is essential to meet business requirements
• Overtime paid after 45 hours £20.15

Salary & Benefits:

Pay:

• £16.12 per hour basic rate
• £20.15 per hour overtime rate after 45 hours (Time + 25%)
• Minimum 45 hours per week
• Up to 60 hours available across any 5 days, subject to operational requirements
• Opportunities for additional overtime during peak periods
• Permanent employment opportunity

Requirements:

Essential

• Previous shunting experience is essential
• Previous experience manoeuvring and positioning trailers within a busy yard
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures
• Good communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Reliable, punctual and safety-conscious
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Ability to work effectively as part of a busy team

Desirable

• Valid HGV/LGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Previous experience within a transport, warehouse or logistics environment
• Experience working within a packhouse, manufacturing, agricultural or food production environment
• Banksman or Forklift experience
• Experience using handheld scanning equipment

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Shunter Driver to join a busy and growing operation in Rochester.

With a minimum of 45 hours per week, a basic rate of £16.12 per hour, overtime paid at £20.15 per hour, and opportunities for additional hours and career development, this role would suit an experienced Shunter looking for a permanent position within a professional and supportive working environment.

To apply or find out more, please contact Major Recruitment today.

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