Job Description

Whitfire is a family run business that manufactures shavings and sawdust for Poultry farms, cattle farms and stables. Timber is brought onto site to be graded and turned into shavings and sawdust, and leaves the site as bulk loads and bales. Maintaining production is achieved by the continual movement of trailers between the different areas of the site.

The role includes:

Shunting loaded articulated trailers between the shaving / drying plant and unloading them using the tipping platform. Operating the tipping platform. Replacing loaded trailers at the shaving plant with empty trailers. Ensuring that these operations are carried out safely and efficiently. Ensuring plant and machinery is clean. Driving fork-lift truck and other machinery on-site Working with other members of staff as a team to ensure effective and efficient working.
Working Hours 7am - 6pm

Overtime is Paid on Saturday's

Additional Overtime is available.

The Company pays throughout the Break periods (15 mins AM and PM, Lunch 45mins)

We are looking for a Conscientious and committed Individual, who can show initiative and work within a team environment. Although an HGV licence is not essential as all driving is carried out off highway, the successful applicant will be a competent driver who is able to drive HGV's and trailers skilfully and safely. The work is intensive and requires skill and concentration, but the team environment and earnings potential will make the post an attractive one for the right candidate. An agricultural background / experience is beneficial and a good alternative to HGV experience.

Full on site training will be provided

Please call 07974 222431 for more info.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

8 hour shift Every weekend Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 30/06/2025