Site Operative

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 41,604,000 - 42,706,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training

Job summary

Pertemps Crewe is seeking a Site Operative for a transport operation in Runcorn. The role is full-time and temporary, paying £14.50 per hour PAYE with training provided on site.

You will safely manoeuvre trailers in the yard using a shunter, perform daily vehicle checks and ensure yard safety. Training is provided on site to support you in this essential logistics role.

Qualifications

• Experience as a shunter or HGV driver is preferred but not required.
• Valid CPC and digital tachograph card are desirable but not essential.
• Reliable with a strong safety focus is important for yard operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely manoeuvre flatbed trailers within the yard using a yard shunter vehicle.
• Move empty and loaded trailers to designated parking areas.
• Carry out daily vehicle and equipment checks.
• Ensure all yard movements are carried out safely and in line with site procedures.
• Keep the yard organised and hazard-free.

Skills

Shunter experience

HGV driving

Safety minded

Reliability

Tools

CPC

Digital Tachograph card

HGV licence

Job description

Pertemps Crewe seeks a Site Operative for a transport operation in Runcorn. This full-time, temporary post pays £14.50 hourly, with training provided on site.

The successful candidate will safely manoeuvre flatbed trailers around the yard using a shunter vehicle, shifting empty and loaded units to designated parking bays. Daily checks on vehicles and equipment are essential, alongside adherence to site safety procedures. Keeping the yard organised and hazard-free forms a key duty. Previous shunter or HGV driving experience is preferred, though not mandatory. Reliability and a strong safety focus matter most. Working hours follow a standard full-time pattern, supporting wider transport and warehouse teams.

Site Operative – Runcorn Pertemps are currently recruiting for a reliable and safety focused Site Operative to join a transport operation based in Runcorn. This role is essential to ensuring the smooth movement of trailers within the yard, supporting the wider transport and warehouse teams. Training will be provided on site for this position.

Responsibilities for the Site Operative:

• Safely manoeuvre flatbed trailers within the yard using a yard shunter vehicle
• Move empty and loaded trailers to designated parking areas
• Carry out daily vehicle and equipment checks
• Ensure all yard movements are carried out safely and in line with site procedures
• Keep the yard organised and free from hazards

Requirements for the Site Operative:

• Previous experience as a Shunter or HGV Driver preferred but no essential
• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence preferred but not always essential as training is provided for the role
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card desirable but not essential

Details for the Site Operative position:

• Shifts: Monday to Friday operation
• Start times: 06:45am – 14:45pm
• Pay rates: £14.50 per hour (PAYE)
• Location: Runcorn