Shunter Driver

ABP Food Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ABP Food Group in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Shunter Driver to safely move trailers and containers around the site in line with production needs.

You will coordinate movements with production, warehouse and dispatch teams, carry out safety inspections, and help maintain order in a busy food manufacturing yard.

Qualifications

• Experience operating shunt vehicles, HGVs or yard tractors.
• Good understanding of vehicle safety and site traffic management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Flexible hours and reliable under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Safely move trailers, units, and containers between loading bays and yard areas.
• Position trailers accurately for loading and unloading operations.
• Coordinate vehicle movements to maintain dispatch flow.
• Conduct trailer changes and trailer swaps as required.
• Monitor yard movements to prevent congestion and ensure safety.

Skills

Shunt vehicle ops

HGV/yard tractors

Vehicle safety

Site traffic mgmt

Communication

Job description

Location: On site / Penston Rd, Glasgow G33 4AG, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: |
Salary: Negotiable salary

HOURS OF WORK

TBC

REPORTING TO

Assistant Despatch Manager

ROLE DEFINITION:

The Shunter Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient moving of trailers, vehicles and containers around the site to production operation requirements. Ensuring trailers are positioned correctly, movements are carried out safely and all relevant paperwork and checks are completed in line with ABP procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Vehicle & Trailer Movement

• Safely move trailers, units, and containers between loading bays, parking areas, and designated site locations.
• Ensure trailers are positioned accurately for loading and unloading operations.
• Coordinate vehicle movements to maintain efficient dispatch and production flow.
• Conduct trailer changes and trailer swaps as required.
• Monitor yard movements to avoid congestion and maintain a safe working environment.

Safety & Compliance

• Carry out daily vehicle and trailer safety inspections and report defects promptly.
• Comply with all site traffic management procedures and safe systems of work.
• Adhere to health and safety, food safety, animal by-product, and environmental regulations at all times.
• Ensure trailers are secure, doors are correctly fastened, and loading bays are used safely.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across the yard and loading areas.

Dispatch & Communication

• Liaise with production, warehouse, dispatch, transport, and loading teams to prioritise vehicle movements.
• Support the timely dispatch of customer orders.
• Complete required vehicle movement records and associated paperwork accurately.
• Report delays, incidents, breakdowns, or potential safety concerns promptly to management.

Additional Duties

• Assist with yard organisation and trailer management.
• Monitor trailer availability and report shortages.
• Support loading operations where required.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably requested by management that are within the scope of the role.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION:

• Previous experience operating shunt vehicles, HGVs, or yard tractors.
• Good understanding of vehicle safety and site traffic management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to working hours and operational requirements.
• Safety-focused with a responsible attitude.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Proactive and able to use initiative.
• Calm under pressure and able to manage changing priorities.
• Positive team player with strong attention to detail.