Yard Shunter

TN United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

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Job Description

• Observing and adhering to company rules, site procedures and all aspects of Health & Safety and Hygiene at all times
• Effectively managing own working time in line with the Road Transport Directive
• Liaising with colleagues and ensuring completion of shift report
• 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

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a C+E licence
• Attention to detail / accurate
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Adaptable and methodical approach to work / training
• Conscientious and reliable
• Excellent communication skills in order to deliver accurate information
• Able to work efficiently and accurately under pressure

Additional Information

In return for your passion, hard work and determination in providing outstanding service to our customers we offer:

• Competitive salary with the opportunity to earn a performance bonus
• Competitive holidays
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• Staff facilities including vending machines, canteen area and free hot drinks
• Access to our benefits platform: discounts on high street retailers, utilities, holidays and cinema tickets
• Health cash plans: Hospital, dental and optical
• Training and development with career progression opportunities and MANY MORE

When our staff have passion for what they do they work with more care and attention which is reflected to our clients. Click APPLY NOW to #JoinOurWinningTeam and begin your career today!