HGV Shunter/Fleet & Yard Operative

Keep Our Fleet Moving

EMS Healthcare is seeking a reliable, practical and hands-on HGV Shunter / Fleet & Yard Operative to support the day-to-day operation of our specialist transport fleet based in Saltney, Chester.

Working closely with our Transport Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our trucks, trailers and vans are safe, compliant, prepared and ready for deployment across the UK. This is a varied role combining HGV shunting, vehicle preparation, fleet maintenance support and general yard operations.

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining high standards, and are looking for a role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

This role is based Monday to Friday, with occasional overnight stays away from home depending on operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Shunt HGVs and trailers between yards and storage facilities.
• Take and collect vehicles from garages for servicing, testing and repairs.
• Transport trucks and trailers for brake testing and inspections.
• Clean, prepare and maintain trucks, trailers and vans for daily operations.
• Ensure vehicles are loaded with the correct daily materials and equipment.
• Build and collapse specialist medical trailers.
• Carry out vehicle checks, including tyre pressures, fluid levels and general condition inspections.
• Undertake minor vehicle and trailer repairs where competent to do so.
• Identify and report defects, damage and maintenance requirements.
• Liaise with third-party garages regarding servicing schedules, repairs and bookings.
• Support general fleet, yard and vehicle preparation activities.
• Maintain a safe, organised and professional working environment.

Essential Requirements

• HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence.
• Valid Driver CPC.
• Previous experience driving and manoeuvring HGVs and trailers.
• Experience working with commercial vehicles.
• Good understanding of vehicle safety checks and compliance requirements.
• Strong commitment to health and safety standards.

Desirable Experience

• Previous HGV shunting or yard-based experience.
• Experience working within a transport, logistics or fleet environment.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and vehicle maintenance experience.
• Experience assembling, dismantling or preparing trailers.
• Experience liaising with garages and vehicle maintenance providers.
• Experience working with specialist, event or medical trailers.

Skills & Attributes

The successful candidate will be:

• Mechanically minded and practical.
• Confident manoeuvring large vehicles and trailers.
• Organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• A strong communicator who can build positive working relationships.
• Safety conscious with a proactive approach to maintaining standards.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Physically capable of carrying out hands-on yard and vehicle duties.
• Proud of maintaining vehicles, trailers and facilities to a high standard.

At EMS Healthcare, we deliver innovative mobile healthcare solutions that make a real difference to patients and communities across the UK. We recognise that our people are at the heart of our success and offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing, work-life balance and future aspirations.

Benefits Include:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 28 days after 5 years' service
• Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• One Occasion Day each year to celebrate a moment that matters to you, whether that's your birthday, your child's first day at school, a nativity performance or another special occasion
• Health Shield Healthcare Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Technology Scheme
• Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders and wellbeing support across the business

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV driver who enjoys a varied, hands-on role and takes pride in keeping vehicles, trailers and operational facilities maintained to the highest standards.