LGV Class 1 Depot Shunter

Position;LGV Class 1 Depot ShunterJob type;Full time, permanentPay; Hourly rates of payShift; Monday – Friday plus alternate SundayHours;15:00 – Midnight Mon - Fri15:00 – Midnight Sunday(Shifts average 8 – 10 hrs)Location;Staplehurst (Nr Marden, Kent)Well established transport company specialising in the overnight national distribution of temperature controlled fresh produce to wholesale fruit and vegetable markets. We are looking to recruit a Class 1 depot shunter for our busy distribution facility in Staplehurst, Kent.Duties include;•Conducting daily equipment checks, immediately reporting any defects and / or damage.•Carrying out shunting duties including relevant maintenance and safety checks.•Moving empty and loaded trailers / vehicles on and off of loading bays.•Liaising with the warehouse supervisors to ensure smooth and efficient vehicle loading / unloading.•Set / check / operate fridge units on trailers, refuel if required.•Maintain log of trailer movements / load sheets.•Monitoring servicing & MOT requirements of vehicles & trailers.•Effectively managing own working time in line with the Road Transport Directives.•Observing & ensuring yard is in clean / tidy condition .Qualifications/Requirements;•Possess valid LGV (C+E) Class 1 Licence.•Possess valid Digital Tachograph Card.•Possess valid Driver CPC Card.Key Skills & experience;•Relevant experience in a similar role.•Effective team member demonstrating excellent work attitude who works well on their own initiative.•Willing to assist with loading / unloading if required.•Positive attitude.•Flexible to work hour in line with requirements of the business.Occasional requirements to load / unload at local customer facilities, deliver / collect vehicles at dealer service locations.Benefits;•Competitive hourly rates (Sunday rate enhanced)•Weekly pay•Company Pension•Additional Monthly bonus / incentive paymentsApplications by email using the APPLY button:Closing date 13.08.26