HGV Shunter & Fleet Yard Specialist

EMS Healthcare; Chester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

One Occasion Day per year

Health Shield Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Technology Scheme

Mental Health First Aiders

Job summary

EMS Healthcare in Saltney, Chester, is seeking a reliable HGV Shunter / Fleet & Yard Operative to support the day-to-day operation of our specialist transport fleet. You will ensure trucks, trailers and vans are safe, compliant, prepared and ready for deployment across the UK.

This role combines shunting, vehicle preparation, fleet maintenance support and general yard duties. It involves Monday to Friday with occasional overnight stays depending on operational needs.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 licence and CPC required.
• Experience driving and manoeuvring HGVs and trailers.
• Experience with commercial vehicles.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety checks and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Shunt HGVs and trailers between yards and storage facilities.
• Take and collect vehicles from garages for servicing and repairs.
• Transport trucks and trailers for brake testing and inspections.
• Clean, prepare and maintain trucks, trailers and vans for daily operations.
• Ensure vehicles are loaded with the correct daily materials and equipment.
• Build and collapse specialist medical trailers.
• Carry out vehicle checks, including tyre pressures, fluid levels and general condition inspections.
• Undertake minor vehicle and trailer repairs where competent to do so.
• Identify and report defects, damage and maintenance requirements.
• Liaise with third‑party garages regarding servicing schedules, repairs and bookings.
• Support general fleet, yard and vehicle preparation activities.
• Maintain a safe, organised and professional working environment.

Skills

HGV driving

Vehicle safety checks

Health and safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Organised

Communication

Education

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence

Driver CPC

Job description

EMS Healthcare in Saltney, Chester, is seeking a reliable HGV Shunter / Fleet & Yard Operative to support the day-to-day operation of our specialist transport fleet. You will ensure trucks, trailers and vans are safe, compliant, prepared and ready for deployment across the UK.

This role combines shunting, vehicle preparation, fleet maintenance support and general yard duties. It involves Monday to Friday with occasional overnight stays depending on operational needs.