Shunter

Culina Group

Northampton

On-site

GBP 34,000 - 39,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

4 on 4 off shifts

Permanent, full-time

Modern fleet

Job summary

Culina Group is hiring experienced Class 1 Shunter Drivers to support yard operations across our UK sites. You will safely shunt trailers, perform inter-depot movements, and position trailers on loading bays while adhering to health & safety rules.

We offer a 4 on, 4 off pattern with Night shifts at 18:00–06:00 and Day shifts 06:00–18:00, with competitive annual salaries. Join a modern fleet and supportive team focused on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

Experience as a Class 1 Driver with a safety-focused approach.
Ability to safely move trailers around yards and position them on loading bays.
Experience in inter-depot trailer movements and site operations.

Responsibilities

Safely shunting trailers between designated areas on site.
Carrying out inter-depot trailer movements as required.
Positioning trailers on loading and unloading bays in line with operational requirements.
Maintaining communication with operational teams using two-way radios.
Completing daily vehicle and trailer safety checks.
Reporting any defects, damage, accidents, or incidents promptly.
Ensuring refrigerated trailers are set to the correct temperatures.
Monitoring fridge diesel levels and ensuring adequate fuel is maintained.
Working professionally and collaboratively with colleagues across the site.
Reporting breaches of site speed limits by drivers or subcontractors.
Maintaining organised parking areas and reporting any site housekeeping issues.
Ensuring high standards of hygiene and housekeeping are maintained.
Working safely and adhering to all company policies and Health & Safety legislation.

Skills

Safety-focused

Professional driver

Trailer shunting

Inter-depot movements

Communication

Job description

Are you an experienced Class 1 Driver looking for a stable role with a great shift pattern and excellent earning potential? We are looking for professional and safety-focused Shunter Drivers to join our team.

You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our operation by safely moving trailers around the yard, positioning vehicles on loading bays, carrying out inter-depot movements, and supporting operational efficiency at all times.

What You’ll Be Doing

Safely shunting trailers between designated areas on site.
Carrying out inter-depot trailer movements as required.
Positioning trailers on loading and unloading bays in line with operational requirements.
Maintaining communication with operational teams using two-way radios.
Completing daily vehicle and trailer safety checks.
Reporting any defects, damage, accidents, or incidents promptly.
Ensuring refrigerated trailers are set to the correct temperatures.
Monitoring fridge diesel levels and ensuring adequate fuel is maintained.
Working professionally and collaboratively with colleagues across the site.
Reporting breaches of site speed limits by drivers or subcontractors.
Maintaining organised parking areas and reporting any site housekeeping issues.
Ensuring high standards of hygiene and housekeeping are maintained.
Working safely and adhering to all company policies and Health & Safety legislation.