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Shunting Des Salary
£18 - £18/hour Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East Midlands -- Northamptonshire -- Desborough Job Type
Permanent Posted
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Yard Shunter – Desborough
Pay: £18.00 per hour
Shift: 16:00–02:00, Monday to Friday
Location: Desborough
Type: Ongoing with permanent opportunities available
We’re looking for an experienced Yard Shunter to join a well‑established logistics operation in Desborough. This is a consistent Monday–Friday role with long-term stability, and the site is actively looking to take suitable drivers on permanently.
Key Responsibilities
1. Safely shunting trailers around the yard using Terberg shunters
2. Positioning trailers onto bays and parking areas as directed
3. Working closely with transport and warehouse teams to maintain smooth yard flow
4. Completing simple walk‑around checks and reporting any issues
5. Maintaining high safety standards at all times
Requirements
6. Proven Yard Shunting experience
7. Experience using Terberg / yard tractors
8. A valid C+E (Class 1) licence
9. Good communication and awareness within a busy yard environment
10. Reliability and a strong work ethic
What’s on Offer
11. £18.00 per hour
12. Monday to Friday
13. Consistent, ongoing work
14. Real opportunity for a permanent contract
15. Well-organised site with supportive team