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Shunter

On-site in Birmingham·Full-time·Added 5 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

GXO Logistics

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Overview

Job details

£33,000 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
About £2,270 a month after tax.
Full-time
Per the ad.

Requirements

Work on-site in Birmingham
No relocation package mentioned.

Benefits

32 days holiday inc. bank holidays
Paid annual leave, per the ad.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Previous experience operating articulated vehicles or shunting trailers within a logistics, transport, or distribution environment
Full UK driving licence with category C+E entitlement
Less than six points on your licence (as well as no DR, DG, DD, BA, CD, AC, LC or TT99 endorsements within the previous 5 years)
Good understanding of vehicle checks and defect reporting, excellent communications skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

A salary of £33,000/ annum
32 days annual leave, including bank holiday
Healthcare and Dental cash plans
GXO My Benefits portal, offering discounts with major UK retailers and brands
Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses

The role

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for a new challenge? Would you like to utilise your driving skills while remaining site-based and off the road? Do you want to join a market-leading logistics company that offers excellent benefits and career development opportunities? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

What you'll do

Safely manoeuvre trailers between loading bays, parking areas, and designated yard locations, ensuring adherence to site safety procedures.
Conduct pre-movement vehicle and trailer checks, reporting defects promptly and ensuring equipment is safe to use.
Position and secure trailers correctly on loading bays to support efficient loading, unloading, and dispatch operations.
Maintain accurate records of trailer movements and communicate effectively with warehouse, transport, and management teams regarding operational requirements.
Monitor and organise the yard, ensuring trailers, vehicles, and equipment are parked safely to maximise space utilisation and efficiency.
Comply with all site traffic management plans, GXO and Nestlé Purina policies, and legal health and safety requirements while supporting transport operations as needed

How you'll work

This is a full time, permanent role. You will be working on a rota basis, any 5 days out of 7, including weekends, 06:00 - 14:00 and 14:00 - 22:00

About GXO Logistics

Industry: Logistics
Employees: 100,000–200,000
Headquarters: Greenwich, USA
Website: gxo.com

In their own words

About the company & team

Here at GXO Logistics, we are looking for a Shunter to join our team in Hams Hall, Birmingham at our Nestle Purina site

Additional information

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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