Class 2 Shunter Driver

Delta Personnel Ltd; Lancing; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Job summary

Delta Personnel Ltd is seeking an experienced Class 2 Shunter Driver in Lancing for an on-going temporary role with immediate start. You will shunt trailers, couple/uncouple, and perform safety checks while meeting tight schedules.

Initial training weeks run on the AM shift, with hours spreading across Mon-Thu and Fri. Physical fitness and reliable, professional conduct are essential to succeed in this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 driving licence is required.
• Previous shunting/yard experience preferred.
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good understanding of vehicle safety and site procedures.
• Excellent reversing and manoeuvring skills.
• Reliable, punctual and professional attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical fitness required.

Responsibilities

• Shunting trailers and vehicles around the site safely and efficiently.
• Maneuvering vehicles into loading and parking bays.
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers.
• Carrying out vehicle safety checks.
• Working closely with the transport and warehouse teams.
• Following all site, road safety and health & safety procedures.
• Keeping the yard organised and ensuring vehicles are positioned correctly.
• Working to strict schedules and operational deadlines.
• Assist with loading and unloading to the warehouse.

Skills

Class 2 driving licence

Shunting/yard experience

CPC and Digital Tachograph

Vehicle safety & site procedures

Reversing & manoeuvring

Reliability & professionalism

Teamwork & independence

Physical fitness

Job description

Pay: £16.00-£16.50 per hour

Job Description:

Delta Personnel are currently recruiting an experienced Class 2 Shunter Driver to work Monday to Thursday, 12.30 to 22.00 and Friday 12.30 to 18.00.

For the initial training period, 1 to 2 weeks, you be on the AM shift of Monday, 6.00 to 15.30 and Friday 6.00 to 12.00.

This is a Lancing based, on-going temporary assignment to start immediately.

The Role:

• Shunting trailers and vehicles around the site safely and efficiently
• Manoeuvring vehicles into loading and parking bays
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers
• Carrying out vehicle safety checks
• Working closely with the transport and warehouse teams
• Following all site, road safety and health & safety procedures
• Keeping the yard organised and ensuring vehicles are positioned correctly
• Working to strict schedules and operational deadlines
• You’ll also be required to assist with loading and unloading to the warehouse so physical fitness is essential for this role.

Requirements:

• Valid Class 2 driving licence
• Previous shunting/yard experience preferred
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Good understanding of vehicle safety and site procedures
• Excellent reversing and manoeuvring skills
• Reliable, punctual and professional attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical fitness

Benefits:

• Benefit of on-site parking