VAN Yard Shunter

Keys Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Keys Group in Milton Keynes is recruiting for a full-time Van Yard Shunter based at our depot. You will work 09:00–21:00 on a rotating four-on, four-off pattern, moving light commercial vehicles and preparing units for drivers. No HGV licence is required, but prior yard or transport experience is helpful.

You must hold a full UK driving licence (no more than 3 points) and demonstrate safety awareness. The role involves vehicle checks, defect reporting and maintaining a tidy, safe yard while

Qualifications

• Driving experience is required.
• A full UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points.
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Proactive and reliable approach to work.
• Physical fitness for long walking ranges.

Responsibilities

• Move vehicles safely around the yard and depot.
• Offload empty trays.
• Wash and fuel vehicles.
• Carry out vehicle checks and report defects.
• Keep the yard clean, safe and organized.
• Support day-to-day running and use your initiative.

Skills

Driving experience

UK driving licence (max 3 points)

Health and safety awareness

Proactive and reliable

Physical fitness

Job description

This full-time VAN Yard Shunter post, based in Simpson, offers £15.53 hourly through Pertemps Milton Keynes. Working 09:00 to 21:00 on a rotating four-on, four-off pattern, the successful candidate moves heavy goods vehicles around depot premises, parking trailers and preparing units for drivers. No HGV licence is needed, though prior yard or transport experience helps. Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence, understand safe manoeuvring practice and work well within a logistics crew. Duties include vehicle checks, reporting defects and keeping the yard orderly. Ongoing work with permanent prospects. Working as part of a busy transport team, you'll play a key role in ensuring the yard operates safely and efficiently.

Job duties

• Moving vehicles from Van up to HGV1 safely around the yard
• Offloading empty trays
• Washing and fuelling vehicles
• Carrying out vehicle checks and reporting defects
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the yard
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Assisting with additional duties as required and using your own initiative
• No HGV license is needed, training will be provided along with a shunters license.

Qualifications

• Previous driving experience
• A full UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures
• A proactive and reliable approach to work
• To be physically fit, as the role involves a significant amount of walking

Working week

• 4 on / 4 off rotating pattern
• 09:00 - 21:00 day shifts
• Consistent full-time hours

Pay & Hours

Pay Rate: £15.53 per hour

Shift Pattern: 4 On / 4 Off

Hours: 09:00 - 21:00

Ongoing Opportunity

Additional details

• Regular 4 on 4 off shift pattern
• 12-hour day shifts
• Ongoing work with permanent opportunities available
• Immediate starts available
• £15.53per hour