Shunter

Shunter Henderson Food service Attractive Pay and Benefits 38 Hour Week (Job to Finish) Newtownabbey Who are we? Henderson Group encompasses Henderson Wholesale, Henderson Retail, Henderson Food service, Henderson Group Property and Henderson Technology/Print. We employ over 6,000 staff and have been placed 5th in Ulster Business Top 100 Companies 2025. Henderson Food service is an Investors in People Platinum accredited employer and the leading supplier to the food service industry in Ireland.

We source and supply a range of thousands of products to customers including hotels, restaurants, and public sector organisations such as hospitals, offices and care homes. A look into the role As Shunter you will:
Shunt vehicles around the yard to designated areas Lorry maintenance to include vehicle hygiene plus daily water/oil/fuel checks Cage control and accountability Manual handling, specifically pushing, pulling and lifting heavy loads Work as part of the loading team in the absence of shunting duties. Skills for Success Joining us as Shunter the minimum criteria youll need is:
Hold a valid Cat C+E License Possess a valid, in date Driver Qualification Card (CPC up to date) Strong demonstrable awareness of health and safety- particularly in a busy transport yard. It is Desirable if you had:
Previous experience within a similar role A good knowledge of vehicle refrigeration A good knowledge of tail lift operation Good attention to detail Strong awareness of health and safety- particularly in a busy transport yard. Are we right for you? As part of this role, it will be important that you feel aligned with the values that we live and work by.

Ambition We always strive to be better. We seek new challenges and look for ways to do things better. Customer First We provide exceptional service. We put customers at the heart of everything and support our communities. Teamwork We succeed together. We help colleagues to succeed, and we share our knowledge and skills. Integrity We are fair, honest and ethical.

We treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are inclusive and champion diversity. Why Join Us? Market-leading pay and bonus incentives Staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/EUROSPAR Henderson Group company-owned stores. THE STORE discount scheme throughout UK/Ireland, Healthcare Scheme Pension Scheme Full training provided A safe, clean, and friendly working environment Hours of Work This is a full-time position working 38 hours per week.

Working hours are likely to be Sunday to Thursday 4pm until midnight, job to finish. As the warehouse is a 24-hour operation, flexibility will be required in terms of working hours. Job to Finish
- This means that while shifts have a planned start and finish time, colleagues are expected to remain at work until the day's workload has been completed and customer orders are ready for dispatch. Completed applications must be submitted online by midnight on Sunday 5th July 2026. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Skills:

Shunting Yard Work HGV Benefits:
Staff Discount Medical Aid / Health Care Pension Fund Social Club