HGV Shunters

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Ensure loading bays and de-kit are serviced in a timely manner with trailers and other vehicles
Trailers/vehicles are rotated on/off the loading bays efficiently to avoid possible operational delays
Liaise with Transport and Loading on a regular basis for any specific requirements
Clarify any vehicles that may be VOR and cross reference against the daily VOR report issued by Transport at the start of each shift
Advise Transport on any issues within the yard that may have an impact or cause concern i.e. loading bays requiring attention, loading bay lights not working, areas within the yard that may require the Yard Cleaner to attend
Ensure the yard is safe to use in cold conditions by ploughing and gritting and using the equipment provided (i.e. Gritter and Plough) when necessary
Ensure equipment is parked in the appropriate places, causing minimum obstruction/disruption to pedestrians
Carry out relevant shunt vehicle checks at the start of each shift and keep the shunt vehicles in a clean and tidy condition at all times
Assist in keeping the fleet clean by use of the vehicle wash
Check vehicles/trailers for relevant servicing for current week
Check Double Deck loading bays are in good condition

Salary£35,129 plus £6,711 night shift premium where applicable

HoursAverage 38.61 hours worked over a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (start times vary between 5.00am - 7.00am for day shift and between 5.00pm - 7.00pm for night shift)

Contract TypePermanent

LocationSolstice Business Park, Equinox Drive, Amesbury, SP4 7SQ

Closing Date2018-08-31

About the Role

Job Overview

Ensure loading bays and de-kit are serviced in a timely manner with trailers and other vehicles
Trailers/vehicles are rotated on/off the loading bays efficiently to avoid possible operational delays
Liaise with Transport and Loading on a regular basis for any specific requirements
Clarify any vehicles that may be VOR and cross reference against the daily VOR report issued by Transport at the start of each shift
Advise Transport on any issues within the yard that may have an impact or cause concern i.e. loading bays requiring attention, loading bay lights not working, areas within the yard that may require the Yard Cleaner to attend
Ensure the yard is safe to use in cold conditions by ploughing and gritting and using the equipment provided (i.e. Gritter and Plough) when necessary
Ensure equipment is parked in the appropriate places, causing minimum obstruction/disruption to pedestrians
Carry out relevant shunt vehicle checks at the start of each shift and keep the shunt vehicles in a clean and tidy condition at all times
Assist in keeping the fleet clean by use of the vehicle wash
Check vehicles/trailers for relevant servicing for current week
Check Double Deck loading bays are in good condition

Package Description

£35,129 per annum plus £6,711 night shift premium where applicable
5.6 weeks paid holiday per year including bank and public holiday allowance rising to 6.6 weeks upon 5 years' service
Contributable Company pension scheme
Staff uniform
Onsite canteen
10% in store discount

Minimum Criteria to Apply

Valid C+E Driving Licence
Current Driver Certificate of Professional Competence card (DCPC) is essential
Minimum of 25 years of age with a minimum of 12 months experience in a C+E role for insurance purposes
Experience of shunting
Understanding and working knowledge of WTR; EU driver hours and working time rules
Task orientated approach
Health and safety awareness
Pass internal driver assessment
Minimal infringements