Night Yard Shunter: Trailer Movements & Safe Operations

Culina; North East; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded CPC training

Collision Free Year award

Driver of the Year prize

Healthcare cash plan

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Monthly vouchers

Job summary

Culina is seeking an experienced Yard Shunter for our Washington depot to support a busy chilled logistics operation. This is a dedicated yard-based role focused on safety, efficiency and reliable shunting rather than road driving.

Shift pattern is Friday to Monday, 18:00–06:00, with full CPC training funded during paid working days and opportunities to be recognised through company awards and benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous yard shunting experience preferred.
• Class 1 licence experience preferred (not required for core duties).
• Safety-first approach and confidence moving trailers in a live yard environment.
• Reliable with good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers safely on and off loading bays.
• Monitor and maintain safe yard movements.
• Operate the dedicated yard-based shunting vehicle.
• Position trailers correctly and ensure timely loading.
• Collaborate with transport and warehouse teams to keep operations running smoothly.
• Liaise with other departments to support loading/unloading.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene and housekeeping.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Reliability

Team working

Job description

Culina is seeking an experienced Yard Shunter for our Washington depot to support a busy chilled logistics operation. This is a dedicated yard-based role focused on safety, efficiency and reliable shunting rather than road driving.

Shift pattern is Friday to Monday, 18:00–06:00, with full CPC training funded during paid working days and opportunities to be recognised through company awards and benefits.