Yard Shunter & Trailer Movements Operative (Training Provided)

Pertemps Stoke on Trent; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Stoke on Trent is recruiting a Site Operative for a transport operation based in Runcorn. The role focuses on safely manoeuvring trailers within the yard and supporting the transport and warehouse teams.

On-site training is provided. Shifts are Monday to Friday, start 06:45, finish 14:45, with a pay rate of £14.50 per hour (PAYE).

Previous shunter/HGV driving experience is preferred but not essential; valid CPC and tachograph are desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience as a shunter or HGV driver is preferred but not essential.
• HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence is preferred but not always essential.
• CPC and Digital Tachograph card desirable but not essential.

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 free from hazards.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence

CPC

Digital Tachograph card

Tools

Shunter operations

Job description

Pertemps Stoke on Trent is recruiting a Site Operative for a transport operation based in Runcorn. The role focuses on safely manoeuvring trailers within the yard and supporting the transport and warehouse teams.

On-site training is provided. Shifts are Monday to Friday, start 06:45, finish 14:45, with a pay rate of £14.50 per hour (PAYE).

Previous shunter/HGV driving experience is preferred but not essential; valid CPC and tachograph are desirable.