Hgv Shunter

Culina; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 20 days

Pension scheme 4% employee/4% employer

Life assurance 2x salary

Wellness/EAP 24/7

Eye care vouchers

Reward & recognition

Discount platform

Job summary

Culina Contract Logistics are hiring for a yard shunter to support trailer movements and yard safety in their busy UK operations. The role operates on a 4 on 4 off pattern with a night shift from 6pm to 6am.

The advertised hourly rate includes a shift allowance and a night shift allowance, with overtime paid at 1.5x after contracted hours. Applicants should have experience in yard shunting, a safety-focused mindset, and a valid Class 1 licence preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous yard shunting experience preferred.
• Safety-first approach in a live yard.
• Reliability and clear communication within a transport team.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers safely on/off loading bays during shift.
• Monitor yard movements and maintain safe operations.
• Operate a yard-based shunting vehicle.
• Ensure trailers are correctly loaded and positioned.
• Complete trailer checks and relevant documentation.

Skills

Yard operations

Safety awareness

Team communication

Education

Class 1 licence (preferred)

Tools

Shunting vehicle experience

Job description

Job Description

Shift pattern:

• 4 ON 4 OFF
• Night shift: 6pm - 6am

Salary:

• £15.16 per hour with £1 per hour shift allowance & £1.75 per hour night shift allowance
• Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate after contracted weekly hours.

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

Qualifications

• 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.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Culina Contract Logistics a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave – 20 days inclusive of the bank holidays.
• Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer agreat contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance - 2x your annual salary.
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programmewe offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!