Shunter Driver

Pilgrim's Europe; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Full training provided

Permanent, full-time position

UK leading food manufacturer

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a reliable Shunter Driver to join our Despatch team at Westerleigh. You will move trailers around the site using a Terberg unit, support loading and dispatch activities, and work outdoors to keep operations running on schedule.

The role requires previous shunting or lorry driving experience, a strong focus on safety, good team communication and the ability to work independently, including weekends when required. Full training provided.

Qualifications

• Previous shunting or lorry driving experience is essential.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a busy environment.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• High level of Health & Safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers safely between the trailer park and loading bays.
• Carry out daily tug and trailer inspections and report defects.
• Ensure vehicles are correctly fuelled and refuel when required.
• Monitor temperatures of refrigeration units.
• Liaise with despatch, yard, goods-in and wash teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Coordinate HGV movements around site.
• Maintain clean and tidy loading bay and yard areas.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety, Hygiene and Company procedures.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Reliability

Self-motivated

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

Pilgrim's Europe is looking for a reliable and safety-focused Shunter Driver to join our Despatch team at Westerleigh. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe movement of trailers around site using a Terberg unit, ensuring operations run efficiently and on schedule. Working outdoors, you will play a key part in supporting our loading and dispatch activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Move trailers safely between the trailer park and loading bays.
• Carry out daily tug and trailer inspections and report defects.
• Ensure vehicles are correctly fuelled and refuel when required.
• Monitor temperatures of refrigeration units.
• Liaise with despatch, yard, goods-in and wash teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Coordinate HGV movements around site.
• Maintain clean and tidy loading bay and yard areas.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety, Hygiene and Company procedures.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time.

Previous shunting or lorry driving experience is essential. Ability to work safely and efficiently in a busy, fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and attention to detail. Reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently. High level of Health & Safety awareness. Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends when required. Ability to prioritise workload and work as part of a team.

• Competitive hourly rate
• Full training provided for the right candidate
• Permanent, full-time position
• Opportunity to join one of the UK's leading food manufacturers