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Posted 20 July, 2026

Shunter Driver

R.S. Cockerill (York) Ltd
Yorkshire and The Humber, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Shunter / Fork Lift Truck Driver.

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RS Cockerill supply potatoes to the discount retailers and foodservice industry. We are looking for experienced Shunter / Forklift Truck Driver to operate from our base at Dunnington, just East of York.

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Job role

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Reporting to the Production Manager / Despatch Supervisor, you will be required to:

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  • Manage the safe movement of trailers from the intake and despatch yards.
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  • Using Counterbalance Forklift Trucks to work outside and inside loading / unloading trailers.
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Job requirements

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Candidates will be expected to possess:

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  • Good level of communication skills, with the ability to understand and share verbal instruction in English.
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  • Shunter or C+E licence.
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  • Forklift truck experience is essential.
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  • Computer literate advantageous.
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  • Possess good literacy and numeracy skills.
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  • Show full co-operation and awareness of company Health & Safety policies and procedures.
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  • Have a positive and enthusiastic can do attitude.
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  • Ensure that all company policies and procedures are adhered to.
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  • Access to own transport due to location.
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Pay and benefits

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We can offer:

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  • Various Shift Patterns, start 06:00am, Minimum 40 hours.
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  • Good, clean restroom and facilities, with vending machines.
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  • Full PPE will be provided.
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