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Shunter Driver and Despatch Operative
Job in
Craigavon, County Armagh, BT62, Northern Ireland, UK
Listed on 2026-07-03
Listing for:
Pilgrims Europe
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-03
Job specializations:
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Transportation
General Labor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Duties & Responsibilities Pick orders in line with customer requirements Book out orders using Remote Desktop Manager, Marel scanners, and Innova systems Build pallets and load lorries in accordance with customer specifications Use correct manual handling techniques at all times Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) and UB date procedures Maintain high standards of hygiene within the working area Report returns and out-of-date stock to the Team Leader Carry out additional Despatch duties as required Shunter Responsibilities:
Maintain the flow of trailers across the Craigavon factory to meet production and dispatch schedules Supply pre-prepared empty trailers and position incoming trailers for loading/unloading Set and monitor trailer temperatures (0C for chill,
-25C for frozen) and maintain accurate records Supervise preloaded trailers and complete temperature logs prior to departure Ensure trailers are fuelled and ready for use, topping up where necessary Inspect trailers and shunter units for damage and report defects promptly Hook trailers to electric points where possible to reduce fuel usage and emissions Liaise with Despatch Managers to coordinate trailer movements Conduct daily checks on shunter units (oil, water, etc.)
and fridge trailer fuel levels Health & Safety Follow all Health & Safety procedures, SOPs, and site rules Adhere to traffic management systems, including Red/Green light controls Work safely and responsibly at all times Essential:
Ability to read and write in English Good numeracy skills Full UK driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years with fewer than 3 penalty points Experience using RDM systems, scanners, and Innova Previous Despatch and picking experience (including FIFO/UB dates) Knowledge of refrigerated trailers Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good manual dexterity Desirable:
Previous shunter driving experience Ability to complete and understand paperwork Knowledge of Health & Safety systems Basic IT skills
Experience with PPT, Reach, Counterbalance, or Scissor Lift
What We Offer Competitive hourly rate of pay Full training and development opportunities Supportive team environment with opportunities for progression The company Pilgrims Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.
Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products. Across Pilgrims Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day.
Our Pilgrims Europe team are based in our Pilgrims UK, Moy Park, Pilgrims Food Masters and Pilgrims Shared Services businesses.
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