About this role
Company Description
Who are Culina?
Culina is the UK’s leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation’s best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We're proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day.
We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Chilled & Fresh division – from supplier to shelf, we make fresh supply chains simpler. Our expertise in temperature-controlled logistics ensures products are delivered safely, efficiently and on time, helping customers maximise availability and minimise waste.
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Yard Shunter to join our Washington depot, supporting a busy chilled logistics operation. This is a dedicated yard-based role, ideal for someone who has previous shunting experience and is looking for a stable, consistent shunting position rather than a driving role on the road.
Shift pattern: Friday to Monday from 18:00 - 06:00
What you’ll be doing@
- Moving trailers safely on and off loading bays throughout the shift.
- Supporting yard safety by monitoring, patrolling and maintaining safe yard movements.
- Operating a dedicated yard-based shunting vehicle.
- Helping ensure trailers are positioned correctly and loaded on time.
- Working closely with the transport and warehouse teams to keep the operation running smoothly.
- Liaise with other departments to support smooth loading and unloading.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene and housekeeping.
Qualifications
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What we’re looking for
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Previous yard shunting experience is strongly preferred.
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Someone who wants a dedicated shunting role and understands the pace, safety standards and responsibility of working in a busy yard environment.
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Current or previous Class 1 licence experience is preferred, although the role is yard-based and does not involve public road driving as part of the core duties.
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A safety-first approach and confidence moving trailers in a live operational environment.
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Reliability, good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a wider transport team.
Additional Information
In return, we offer:
- Fully funded CPC training that takes place on a paid working day
- ‘Collision Free Year’ awards and associated yearly prize draws
- Coveted ‘Driver of the Year’ accolade – highlighting our very best drivers and rewarding them with prizes including £500 of vouchers
- Free Healthcare Cash Plan
- Free Life Insurance as an employee equal to three times your basic salary
- Competitive Pension Scheme
- Recognition schemes for our exceptional employees – monthly winners receive £100 of shopping vouchers When our staff have passion for what they do they work with more care and attention which is reflected to our clients, Click APPLY NOW to #JoinOurWinningTeam and begin your career today