Temporary Shunter Driver – Evening Yard & Trailer Ops

Abp Uk; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

ABP Kingswinford in the West Midlands is recruiting a temporary Shunter Driver to support despatch operations. The role reports to the Despatch Manager and runs Monday to Friday with a 3:00 pm start and variable finish times, depending on production needs.

Key duties include moving 45ft trailers, cleaning and loading trailers, performing prestart checks on Tug, securing loads, and ensuring loads meet production deadlines while adhering to all food safety and health & safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Valid Category C+E driving licence or shunter licence.
• Valid Class 1 licence.
• A hardworking and dedicated approach to work.
• Good communication.
• Ability to work on own initiative whilst working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle inspection and general maintenance - Checking fluids, tyres, airlines etc.
• Shunting trailers across both sites, utilizing time effectively and ensuring trailers are on bays to meet demands.
• Yard management and championing health and safety cultures.
• Recording and monitoring trailer temperatures.
• Maintaining a high level of yard security and cleanliness.
• Role flexibility in line with business needs.

Skills

C+E Licence

Shunter Licence

Class 1 Licence

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

ABP Kingswinford in the West Midlands is recruiting a temporary Shunter Driver to support despatch operations. The role reports to the Despatch Manager and runs Monday to Friday with a 3:00 pm start and variable finish times, depending on production needs.

Key duties include moving 45ft trailers, cleaning and loading trailers, performing prestart checks on Tug, securing loads, and ensuring loads meet production deadlines while adhering to all food safety and health & safety guidelines.