Job Description

Group Operative - Shunter - Foodservice

Job Req ID:

7142

Job Posting Closing Date:

11:59pm, Sunday 16th November 2025.

Group Operative-Shunter (Night shift)

Henderson Foodservice

Up to 16.60 per hour and Benefits

38 Hour Week (Job to Finish)

Newtownabbey

Who are we?

Henderson Group

encompasses Henderson Wholesale, Henderson Retail, Henderson Foodservice, Henderson Group Property and Henderson Technology/Print. We employ over 5,500 staff and have been placed 5th in Ulster Business Top 100 Companies 2024.

Henderson Foodservice

is an Investors in People Gold accredited employer and the leading supplier to the food service industry in Ireland. We source and supply a range of thousands of products to customers including hotels, restaurants, and public sector organisations such as hospitals, offices and care homes.

Following another year of record growth, our team continue to exceed targets and delivered a sales increase of 16.8% in N.I. last year. Our team will offer you a positive and supportive environment to enjoy success within our market leading brand.

A look into the role

As Shunter you will:
Load and secure goods at the depot Shunt vehicles around the yard to designated areas Lorry maintenance to include vehicle hygiene plus daily water/oil/fuel checks Cage control and accountability Manual handling, specifically pushing, pulling and lifting heavy loads Work as part of the loading team in the absence of shunting duties.

Skills for Success

Joining us as Shunter the minimum criteria you'll need is:
Hold an LGV Group C License Possess a Driver Qualification Card

It is Desirable if you had:
Driving experience or experience within a similar role. A good knowledge of vehicle refrigeration A good knowledge of tail lift operation Good attention to detail Strong awareness of health and safety- particularly in a busy transport yard.

Are we right for you?

As part of this role, it will be important that you feel aligned with the values that we live and work by.

Ambition -

We always strive to be better. We seek new challenges and look for ways to do things better.

Customer First -

We provide exceptional service. We put customers at the heart of everything and support our communities.

Teamwork -

We succeed together. We help colleagues to succeed, and we share our knowledge and skills.

Integrity -

We are fair, honest and ethical. We treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are inclusive and champion diversity.

Why Join Us?

Market-leading pay and bonus incentives Staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/EUROSPAR Henderson Group company-owned stores. THE STORE discount scheme throughout UK/Ireland, Healthcare Scheme Pension Scheme Full training provided A safe, clean, and friendly working environment

Hours of Work

This is a full-time position working 38 hours per week, job to finish. Working hours are likely to be Sunday to Thursday 6pm until finish. As the warehouse is a 24-hour operation, flexibility will be required in terms of working hours.

Completed applications must be submitted online by midnight on

Sunday 16th November 2025.

We are an equal opportunities employer.