Shunter/Loader – Nights

Tesco; Walford Cross; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Booker Group is seeking an experienced LGV Class 1 driver to join the transport team in the UK. You will move vehicles safely around the yard, across loading bays, and prepare them for departure, ensuring high safety and efficiency standards.

Responsibilities include checking vehicle defects, reporting faults, keeping the yard and wash area clean, and assisting with trunking/backhaul operations as required. A Counterbalance forklift/PPT licence and full CPC training are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid LGV Class 1 driving licence.
• Must have full CPC training.
• Counterbalance forklift/PPT licence required.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures at all times.
• Willingness to travel offsite occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Move vehicles safely around the yard and on/off loading bays.
• Park vehicles securely and prepare them for departure.
• Check vehicle defects and report faults via proper channels.
• Keep yard and wash areas clean and tidy.
• Assist with trunking/backhaul operations as needed.
• Adhere to food safety and chill chain standards where required.

Skills

LGV Class 1 driving

Health & Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

LGV Class 1 Driving Licence

Full CPC training

Counterbalance Forklift/PPT licence

Tools

Inter-depot manifests

Job description

Working as part of the transport team in achieving divisional targets you will provide a first class service ensuring vehicles are moved safely around the yard on and off loading bays, then parking them safely and preparing them for departure.

Role and Responsibilities:

• You will be aware and adhere to all driving legislation required for driving a LGV Class 1 vehicle and follow all Health & Safety procedures and be responsible for your own and other people’s Health and Safety
• Checking vehicle defects and any faults that cannot be repaired locally are reported via the relevant channels to be repaired.
• Vehicles are washed inside and out as per wash rota
• Yard and wash area is kept clean and tidy with regular checks as per cleaning schedule
• You will comply at all times with all relevant legislation in food safety and chill chain standards and ensure that the fridge is set to the correct temperature for the job being done.
• Ensure all vehicles are loaded correctly
• Vehicles are dekitted and any returns are dealt with correctly. Returned pallets and trays are loaded onto trunk trailer for return to Royton.
• Backhaul or stock returns loaded but not logged on inter depot manifests
• Reporting any health and safety issues on vehicles and in your working environment

There will be an occasional need for offsite travel to collect vehicles from workshops as required and other ad hoc duties including supporting the trunking operation if and when required.

LGV Class 1 licence is an essential requirement for this role, as is the need to observe company Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times.

Working Hours:

36hours per week which may include public holidays.

Potential Overtime available.

It is essential that you hold a Counterbalance Forklift/PPT licence, Class 1 Driving Licence, and full CPC training.

We look forward to you joining the BEST team!

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, 8 distribution centres, 5 Best Food Logistics sites, as well as 6 support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers; some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed Leader and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact

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Please note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

For more information about us please visit www.bookergro upjobs.co.uk