Shunter Driver

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Vehicle Shunting and Yard Operations

• Safely shunt and manoeuvre waste collection vehicles, trailers, and associated plant within the depot and waste transfer station.


• Position vehicles correctly for loading, unloading, washing, and maintenance activities.


• Conduct routine vehicle safety checks and report defects in accordance with Council fleet procedures.


• Maintain safe traffic flow within the site, always ensuring segregation of pedestrians and vehicles.

Weighbridge Operations

• Operate the site weighbridge system for all inbound and outbound vehicles.


• Accurately record vehicle weights, waste types, origins, and destinations in line with Duty of Care and regulatory requirements.


• Issue weighbridge tickets and maintain accurate electronic and manual records.


• Consult with drivers, supervisors, and managers to resolve discrepancies or operational issues.

Waste Transfer Station Operations

• Direct vehicles to designated tipping and loading areas in accordance with site rules.


• Monitor waste loads to ensure correct segregation and identify non-compliant or prohibited waste.


• Assist with the loading of bulk haulage vehicles, containers, or transfer trailers as required.


• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and cleanliness across the site.

Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance

• Work in accordance with all relevant health and safety legislation, risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work.


• Comply with environmental permit conditions and Council environmental policies.


• Wear and promote the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).


• Report accidents, incidents, near misses, hazards, or unsafe practices in line with Council procedures.


• Support site emergency arrangements, including fire prevention, spill response, and evacuation procedures.

General Duties

• Assist with routine site inspections and basic maintenance tasks as required.


• Communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and members of the public where appropriate.


• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post, as required by the service.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Experience

• Experience of working in a waste management, depot, or similar operational environment.


• Experience of vehicle manoeuvring or shunting within a controlled yard environment.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in high-risk operational environments.


• Ability to follow procedures, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.


• Basic IT skills, including data entry and use of weighbridge or similar systems.


• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.


• HGV driving licence (Category C or C+E).

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