A C Goatham is one of the UK's leading apple growers and suppliers, committed to delivering high-quality fruit to customers across the country. We are looking for a capable, reliable, and safety-conscious Shunter Driver to join our Yard team. This is a vital role that helps keep our transport and warehouse operations running efficiently by ensuring trailers and vehicles are moved safely and positioned correctly to meet operational demands.
As a Shunter Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, trailers, and equipment across our yard and warehouse areas. You'll work closely with our Yard, Transport, Dispatch, and Production teams to ensure trailers are available where and when they're needed, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely manoeuvre and park vehicles and trailers within the yard.
- Position trailers at loading bays to support inbound and outbound operations.
- Carry out daily vehicle and trailer safety checks, reporting defects in line with Vehicle Off Road (VOR) procedures.
- Complete trailer movements safely and efficiently according to the daily operational plan.
- Couple and uncouple trailers safely when required.
- Maintain accurate records of trailer and vehicle movements.
- Communicate effectively with the Yard Team, Packhouse Transport Desk, and Dispatch colleagues.
- Support other yard activities when required, including Gatehouse, Banksman, or Forklift duties (where trained).
- Keep the yard clean, organised, and safe.
- Follow all company Health & Safety, Food Safety, Hygiene, and site procedures at all times.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is dependable, proactive, and enjoys working as part of a busy team.
You'll ideally have:
- A valid Shunter Licence with relevant experience.
- Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, transport, or logistics environment.
- A strong understanding of health and safety procedures.
- Good communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Confidence working in a physically active role involving manual handling.
- A flexible approach and the ability to work under pressure during busy periods.
- The ability to use handheld scanning equipment or a willingness to learn.
- Pride in your work, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high standards.
- A positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and respect for colleagues.
- A customer-focused approach with the ability to build positive working relationships across departments.
- Previous experience in a packhouse, warehouse, manufacturing, or food production environment is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.
Working Hours
- 45 hours per week across 5 days
- Shift pattern scheduled between 07:00 and midnight.
- Flexibility is essential to meet business needs.
What We Offer
- Up to £16.12 per hour. Overtime at time and a quarter after 45 hours.
- Full training and ongoing support.
- Opportunities for overtime during peak periods.
- Friendly and supportive team environment.
- Career development opportunities within a growing business.
Pay: £14.37-£16.12 per hour
Work Location: In person
