Shunter

We are looking for an experienced Yard Shunter to join our Wigan depot. This is a dedicated yard-based role, ideal for someone who has previous shunting experience and is looking for a stable, consistent shunting position rather than a driving role on the road.
Shift pattern:
Monday to Friday
Night shift:  22:00 to 06:00
40 hours per week
Salary:
£14.47 per hour
£1.00 per hour night allowance  (effective rate £15.47 per hour)
Overtime paid at £21.71 per hour
What you'll be doing:
Observing and adhering to company rules, site procedures and all aspects of Health & Safety and Hygiene at all times
Moving trailers safely on and off loading bays throughout the shift.
Supporting yard safety by monitoring, patrolling and maintaining safe yard movements.
Operating a dedicated yard-based shunting vehicle.
Helping ensure trailers are positioned correctly and loaded on time.
Conducting daily checks, immediately reporting any defects and / or damage and completing associated documentation
Carrying out trailer checks on loaded trailers and report to ops staff
Completing trailer checklist and reporting to operations desk
Carrying out shunting duties including relevant maintenance and safety checks
Liaising with the warehouse control and goods in staff to ensure smooth and efficient loading / unloading of trailers
Completing vehicles downloads as per the company policy
Monitoring services / MOTs  liaising with Transport Office and with service vendor
Assisting with fuel delivery / manual dip of fuel
Keeping yard in clean / tidy condition
Liaising with Transport Office as and when required i.e. special promotions and / or livery schedules
Manage the flow of traffic in and out of the yard

Job requirements

What we're looking for:

Previous yard shunting experience is strongly preferred.
Someone who wants a dedicated shunting role and understands the pace, safety standards and responsibility of working in a busy yard environment.
Current or previous Class 1 licence experience is preferred
A safety-first approach and confidence moving trailers in a live operational environment.
Reliability, good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a wider transport team.