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Martin Brower

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Location:
United Kingdom , Coventry

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Salary:

25.07 GBP / Hour

Job Description:

The Shunter is responsible for safely coupling and uncoupling vehicles in compliance with relevant legislation and Martin Brower UK procedures. This role requires meticulous attention to detail to ensure all vehicle checks are completed accurately and promptly. To ensure the safe coupling and un-coupling of vehicles in accordance with legislation and Martin Brower UK procedures, and to complete all vehicle checks accurately and on time.

Job Responsibility:

  • To drive LGV in a safe manner, complying with all legislation governing this activity
  • Complete all daily shunt vehicle checks
  • To couple and uncouple trailers as required
  • To ensure all paperwork (Temperature Sheet, defect sheet, shunt vehicle sheet) is completed accurately and returned to the traffic office
  • To check fridge temperatures on chilled loads
  • Tail lift operation
  • To reflect a positive image at all times when representing the company
  • Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes at short notice to meet the demands placed on MBUK by our customer
  • To ensure regular cleaning of all vehicles as required operating vehicle wash and power washer
  • Inform all relevant parties of breakdown, delay or unexpected differences in loads
  • Identify and communicate opportunities for improvement and development
  • Strong H&S awareness abiding to MBUK policy and practice at all times

Requirements:

  • C+E Licence for a minimum of two years
  • Level 2 (or equivalent) English and Maths
  • Understanding of EC drivers’ hours & EC working time directive regulations

Nice to have:

Experience of working with refrigerated vehicles

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 18, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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