Night Yard Shunter: Trailer Movements & Safe Yard

Fowler Welch; Highweek; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collision Free Year awards

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Insurance

Competitive Pension Scheme

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Fowler Welch is recruiting for a Yard/Shunter to manage trailer movements and yard operations during night shifts. The role covers loading bay operations, safety checks and maintaining fridge temperatures in a fast-paced environment.

With a full driving licence, LGV licence and CPC Driver Card, the successful candidate will support continuous warehouse operations, communicate effectively, and uphold site rules and safety standards at all times.

Qualifications

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety best practices.
• Experience with LGV vehicles and fridge operations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Place trailers in required areas as instructed.
• Manage yard operations and ensure site rules are followed.
• Support continuation of warehouse operations and processes.
• Maintain contact with operation areas as necessary.
• Perform safety checks as designated by the company.
• Report defects, accidents, or incidents promptly.
• Ensure fridges are set to correct temperatures and tanks are fueled.
• Report speeding breaches by drivers or subcontractors.
• Keep parking layouts tidy and report debris to office.
• Maintain hygiene and housekeeping to company standards.
• Adhere to Health & Safety legislation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Health & safety awareness

Tools

Fridge knowledge

Vehicle maintenance basics

Job description

Fowler Welch is recruiting for a Yard/Shunter to manage trailer movements and yard operations during night shifts. The role covers loading bay operations, safety checks and maintaining fridge temperatures in a fast-paced environment.

With a full driving licence, LGV licence and CPC Driver Card, the successful candidate will support continuous warehouse operations, communicate effectively, and uphold site rules and safety standards at all times.