Yard Shunter
Location: Derby
Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.Pay Rate: To be confirmedHours Available:
Sunday to Thursday | 6:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday to Thursday | 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Tuesday to Saturday | 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Contract: Temp to Perm
Yard Shunter Required – Derby
Quest Employment are currently recruiting for Yard Shunters to support operations within a busy contract logistics environment based in Derby.
This is a key role supporting the safe and efficient movement of trailers around the yard and onto loading bays. The successful candidate will help maintain yard flow, support inbound and outbound operations, and ensure trailers are positioned correctly for loading, unloading and dispatch.
Previous shunting experience would be highly beneficial. Candidates must be confident reversing, manoeuvring and towing trailers safely within a busy yard environment.
The Role
As a Yard Shunter, your duties may include:
Moving trailers safely between yard locations, staging areas and loading bays
Positioning trailers accurately onto bays for loading and unloading
Removing loaded trailers from bays and repositioning them as required
Coupling and uncoupling trailers safely
Completing pre-use vehicle checks and reporting defects
Keeping the yard clear, organised and safe
Monitoring pedestrians, vehicles and hazards within the yard
Communicating with transport, gatehouse and warehouse teams
Supporting trailer allocation and bay positioning
Responding to real-time operational demands
Escalating delays, issues or safety concerns
Supporting warehouse duties when yard activity is low
Following all site health and safety procedures
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for candidates who:
Have previous shunting, yard or trailer movement experience
Are confident reversing and manoeuvring trailers safely
Are confident towing trailers within a busy yard environment
Have experience working in logistics, distribution, transport or warehouse environments
Have good spatial awareness and a safety-first approach
Can communicate clearly with transport and warehouse teams
Are reliable, disciplined and able to work independently
Are flexible to support warehouse duties when required
Are happy working outdoors in varying weather conditions
Are looking for a temp-to-perm opportunity
What’s in it for you?
Temp-to-perm opportunity
Choice of available shift patterns
Busy logistics environment
Long-term opportunity for the right candidate
Support from Quest Employment throughout the process
Available Shifts
Sunday to Thursday | 6:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday to Thursday | 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Tuesday to Saturday | 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Apply Today
If you have previous shunting, yard or trailer movement experience and are confident reversing and towing trailers, apply today with your up-to-date CV.
A member of the Quest Employment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps. xwwtmva
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