Shunter

Job Summary: The role is to take responsibility for the HGV drivers and assist the transport operation in supporting the running of our busy operation. Ensuring that the warehouse is supplied with trailers to fulfil the load schedule planned. To assist in managing any breakdowns and issues on or off site with other Constellation Cold Logistics sites to ensure the smooth running of the whole transport operation and assisting in managing VOR’s and maintenance schedules. This will be working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to statutory regulations governing road haulage.

• Completing a full trailer check, informing warehouse of in-loads that require off-loading.

• Carry out daily vehicle check and vehicle defect reporting.

• Check and report defects of all Fridge electrics.

• Responsible for vehicles and loads Checking Loading/Unloading

• Check, report, and housekeeping of vehicle wash facilities.

• Control of all VOR’s liaising closely with the Controllers.

• Reporting problem with vehicles or load presentation

• Ensure maintenance of required load temperatures and load condition

• Carry out security checks and ensure security of vehicle and load.

• Carry out any other duties as laid down in the current issue of the ‘Driver’s Handbook’.

• Comply with company policies regarding ISO9002, BS7750, Health & Safety and Training.

• Responsibility for controlling own and 3rd party vehicles in and around the Wolverhampton site yard areas

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience driving an HGV

• Relevant licence to drive an HGV.

• Valid driver CPC

• A positive, flexible, can-do attitude

• A keen attention to detail and work accuracy.

• Good verbal communication skills

• Flexibility

• Excellent driving safety record

• Good knowledge of Microsoft office packages

• Ability to work to deadlines and targets

• For insurance purposes you must be 25 years of age or older and have held a licence for a minimum of 2 years.

About us:

Constellation Cold Logistics UK, part of the Constellation Cold Logistics Group is a leading provider of cold storage and transport solutions in the UK, Ireland, and Europe. In the UK we provide storage, distribution, and consignment stocking services, across multi temperature bands, to the Food Industry. We provide supply chain management solutions ranging from store, pick and pack, to blast freezing and consolidation for both Manufacturers, Wholesalers and End Users across the UK. Constellation specialises in meeting the needs of the food supply chain by delivering bespoke, integrated logistics support to a range of businesses in the sector.

Training and development are offered to all staff, and internal progression is a huge focus for us as we look to strengthen and future proof our warehousing division. In addition to providing a stimulating working environment, we offer extremely attractive salaries and benefits packages with good opportunities for career progression