Job Description

Job Title:

Warehouse Yard Shunter

Location: Boston | Hours of work: 40 hours per week | Days of work: Any 4 days from a possible 6 nights, Sunday to Friday, 7.00pm to 5.30am

About Pilgrim Foodservice

We are an independent, agile, family-run business. Our people embrace and embody our family values of trust, integrity, respect and innovation. These values have helped us to build a proud history of forging loyal relationships with our customers. From our depot in Boston, we serve a diverse range of customers in 17 counties across the Eastern side of the UK. We offer more than 4000 products including butchery, fresh produce, groceries, chilled, frozen and non-food items.

We are 'passionate about our people', recognising that our teams, along with their drive and passion, are the reason for our continued success. This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking, friendly, exciting business.

About the role

Join us as a

Warehouse Yard Shunter

and become a key player in our passionate, fast-paced, and close-knit team!

In this role you will be responsible for the efficient and safe movement of trailers and containers within a Pilgrim Foods yard and warehouse facility. The role ensures smooth logistics operations by positioning trailers for loading and unloading.

You will also be responsible for following policies and Safe systems of work set out by the company to mitigate risks to accidents and incidents and maintain compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Always ensure the vehicle is always maintained to a high level a hygiene prior to being allocated to the warehouse for loading. Once loaded ensure the vehicle has been loaded safely and handle all products appropriately.

Accountable for maintaining a safe, clean working environment Maintaining a clean and organised warehouse to minimize hazards, improve workflow, and maintain compliance with Food Hygiene standards.

PLEASE NOTE

Applicants must be 25 or older due to insurance policy restrictions and prior to interviews commencing a full driving licence check will need to be completed by our Transport Department

All we ask is that you have:

Confidence to operate vehicles and perform delivery duties (The duties involve physical activities that are of moderate to high intensity) Numeracy skills Good written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills: dealing with customers, handling conflict Good decision maker Effective communicator: keeps people informed of decisions and outcomes

What's in it for you?

In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer an excellent benefits package that's designed to support every aspect of your life, health, and well-being.

Here's what you can look forward to:

Competitive Salary

Family Security:

Death in Service benefit paying a minimum 2 years' salary

Wellbeing Support:

Employee wellbeing support through GroceryAid & resources to improve your health

Exclusive Employee Discounts:

Discounts across our full product range

Christmas loyalty:

You'll receive 10% back from whatever you spend on our website to spend on your Christmas shop

Generous Time Off:

Above statutory holiday entitlement

Referral Bonus:

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Cycle2Work scheme:

Saving you up to 47% on a new bike and accessories

Fitness & Lifestyle:

Discounted gym membership

Career Growth:

Opportunities for career progression
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.00-16.58 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Gym membership On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Application question(s):

Prior to interview, a driving licence check will take place. Are you happy to provide a check code if shortlisted?
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) Tug Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person