Administrator/ Shunter

The Best Connection; Bolton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection is seeking a Night Admin & Shunter in Bolton, working 20:00–04:00 from Sunday to Thursday. The role combines night admin duties with hands-on yard work and shunting trailers in a busy logistics environment.

You will start with administration tasks and then move into yard duties, driving a Terberg tug to shunt trailers safely around the yard. A Full Cat B licence and good organisational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Full Cat B driving licence required.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Comfortable working night shifts.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Previous logistics, admin or yard experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general night-time administration duties.
• Support the smooth running of the logistics operation.
• Communicate with drivers and yard teams.
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork.
• Work within the yard when required.
• Drive a Terberg tug to shunt trailers safely around the yard.
• Help keep the yard organised and running efficiently.

Skills

Cat B Licence

Communication

Organisation

Reliability

Night shifts

Tools

Terberg Tug

Job description

Night Admin & Shunter - Cat B Licence Required

Location: Bolton

Hours: 20:00 - 04:00

Working Days: Sunday - Thursday

Licence: Full Cat B Driving Licence Required

Are you looking for a role that offers more than just sitting behind a desk?

We have an exciting opportunity to join a large logistics operation as a Night Admin & Shunter, giving you the chance to develop new skills and enjoy genuine variety within your working night.

What does the role involve?

The role combines night administration duties with a fantastic opportunity to get out into the yard and gain experience in vehicle and trailer shunting.

Alongside your admin responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to:

• Complete general night-time administration duties
• Support the smooth running of the logistics operation
• Communicate with drivers and yard teams
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork
• Work within the yard when required
• Drive a Terberg tug to shunt trailers safely around the yard
• Help keep the yard organised and running efficiently

Why join?

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants variety in their job and doesn't want to be doing the same thing every night.

You could start your shift working on administration tasks before heading out into the yard to gain practical experience shunting trailers. It's a chance to learn something new, develop additional skills and build experience within a busy logistics environment.

Whether you're already experienced in logistics or simply looking for a role where you can learn, develop and broaden your skill set, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Requirements

• Full Cat B driving licence
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable working night shifts
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Previous logistics, admin or yard experience is advantageous but not essential

20:00 - 04:00 | Sunday - Thursday

If you're looking for a diverse night role combining administration with hands‑on yard work and shunting, we'd love to hear from you!