Night Yard Shunter – LGV & Fridge Ops

Culina; Highweek; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collision Free Year awards

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Insurance

Shopping vouchers

Job summary

Fowler Welch is seeking a Yard Operative to manage trailer movements and yard operations during a night shift from 19:00 to 07:00. You will place trailers, enforce site rules, support warehouse processes, keep contact with operational areas, and uphold safety standards.

The role requires LGV and CPC qualifications, fridge knowledge, and the ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining hygiene and safety. A full driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and LGV entitlement.
• CPC Driver Card held and up-to-date.
• Shunting experience in a yard environment.
• Knowledge of fridge systems and temperature control.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Good verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Place trailers in the required areas as per instruction.
• Undertake effective yard management ensuring all Site Rules are adhered to.
• Support the continuity of Warehouse operations and processes.
• Maintain contact with areas of the operation as necessary.
• Ensure all safety checks are carried out as designated by the Company.
• Ensure that defects, accident damage and any incidents are reported as soon as they are found.
• Ensure fridges are set at the correct temperature, in line with loaded product temperature requirements.
• Ensure fridge diesel tanks have adequate fuel at all times.
• Report any breaches in speed limits by drivers and sub contractors to the office.
• Keep vehicle parking area layouts as they should be and report any issues of debris to the office.
• Ensure that Company standards of hygiene and housekeeping, are maintained at all times.
• Adhere to Health & Safety legislation

Skills

Full driving licence

LGV licence

CPC Driver Card

Shunting experience

Fridge knowledge

Vehicle maintenance basics

Verbal communication

Written communication

Deadline driven

Job description

Fowler Welch is seeking a Yard Operative to manage trailer movements and yard operations during a night shift from 19:00 to 07:00. You will place trailers, enforce site rules, support warehouse processes, keep contact with operational areas, and uphold safety standards.

The role requires LGV and CPC qualifications, fridge knowledge, and the ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining hygiene and safety. A full driving licence is essential.