Class 1 Shunter Driver – 2pm-11pm Shift (Food Sector)

Dunbia; Preston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paid

Overtime available

Subsidised canteen

Site engagement activities

Death in service

Job summary

Dunbia is seeking a Class 1 Shunter Driver in Preston to join a leading European food processing company. This role suits someone recently qualified, eager to gain experience and be trained. Monday-Friday 2pm-11pm with one Sunday every fortnight at double time.

Rate of pay is £16.56 per hour. Join a well-established transport team and develop skills in trailer movement, coordination with subcontractors, and adherence to health and safety standards while supporting efficient loading and yard

Responsibilities

• Move trailers within the Transport department in a timely, efficient manner.
• Coordinate with sub-contractors' vehicles and liaise with other departments.
• Adhere to Health and Safety, Hygiene rules and PPE requirements.
• Operate equipment safely and in line with policies and procedures.
• Provide trailers for loading for Retail/Abattoir and remove after loading.
• Supervise yard activity and park vehicles safely when not in use.
• Check trailer temperatures on bays or electrical points.
• Maintain a list of yard trailers and report to the Transport Manager.
• Fill the changeover list for the next shunter (trailers, temperatures, load status).

Skills

Class 1 Driver

Job description

Dunbia is seeking a Class 1 Shunter Driver in Preston to join a leading European food processing company. This role suits someone recently qualified, eager to gain experience and be trained. Monday-Friday 2pm-11pm with one Sunday every fortnight at double time.

Rate of pay is £16.56 per hour. Join a well-established transport team and develop skills in trailer movement, coordination with subcontractors, and adherence to health and safety standards while supporting efficient loading and yard