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As a Shunter in Hedel, you make sure trucks and trailers are in the right place at the right time. Depending on your experience, you earn up to € 20.24 gross per hour. You work set days from Sunday to Thursday, 3:00 PM to midnight, and get a 200% bonus on Sundays. Want to work afternoons and evenings with weekends off? This Shunter job is for you.

About the job

As a Shunter, you make sure the transport process at the Hedel location runs smoothly. You move trucks and trailers between different locations and make sure the right equipment is ready on time for the next trip or for loading and unloading. During your shift, you'll be busy coupling and uncoupling trailers and moving equipment around the yard or between depots. Before you leave, you check the vehicle and the load to ensure everything is moved safely and efficiently. You work closely with planners, warehouse staff, and drivers. Together, you make sure transport keeps moving and everything is in the right place on time. Your tasks include: 

  • Shuttling trucks and trailers between locations; 
  • Coupling and uncoupling trailers; 
  • Moving trailers and other equipment on the yard and between depots; 
  • Checking vehicles and loads before departure; 
  • Making sure equipment is in the right place on time; 
  • Following safety rules on site; 
  • Working closely with planners, warehouse staff, and drivers; 
  • Ensuring safe and efficient transport flow. 

You work fixed shifts from Sunday to Thursday, 3:00 PM to midnight, so you always have Fridays and Saturdays off. For hours worked on Sunday, you receive a 200% bonus.

What we offer

  • A gross hourly wage of up to € 20.24, depending on your experience; 
  • A 130% bonus for overtime on weekdays above 40 hours;
  •  A 150% bonus when you work on Saturdays; 
  • A 200% bonus when you work on Sundays; 
  • Fixed workdays from Sunday to Thursday; 
  • Fixed working hours from 3:00 PM to midnight; 
  • Every Friday and Saturday off; 
  • Travel allowance of € 0.23 per kilometer according to the 2026 scheme. The first 10 kilometers per one-way trip are not reimbursed. You receive reimbursement for up to 25 kilometers per trip, with a maximum of € 5.75 per one-way trip; 
  • An independent role with a lot of responsibility; 
  • Working in an open and friendly team.

What we ask

  • You have a valid C driving license; 
  • You have experience driving and maneuvering trucks and trailers; 
  • You are available from Sunday to Thursday, 3:00 PM to midnight; 
  • You work safely, accurately, and independently; 
  • You can work well with planners, warehouse staff, and drivers; 
  • You handle trucks, trailers, and other equipment with care; 
  • You keep an overview and can handle a dynamic work environment.

About the company

This company operates in transport and logistics and helps customers with storing and delivering products. They are based in Hedel and mainly serve the Netherlands, but also have international clients. Over 100 people work here, with about 30 in the team at this location. The atmosphere is open and friendly. Everyone helps each other and new colleagues are quickly welcomed into the team. There’s room to grow and develop into other roles. What makes working here extra fun are the team activities and the feeling that you accomplish things together. You get responsibility and your efforts are valued, making it a pleasant place to work.

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Application process

Step 1

Your journey begins as soon as you apply for a vacancy, register with Flexdirect or contact us. You can also simply walk in.

Step 2

We'll contact you to discuss the position, your experience and your availability. This usually happens by phone, via WhatsApp or by video call. Are you already in the Netherlands or in the region? Then we'd be happy to schedule a meeting at our office.

Step 3

Are both you and Flexdirect enthusiastic? Then we'll introduce you to the client. Your work experience and resume help us make the right match.

Step 4

When the client is enthusiastic too, we'll schedule an introduction or interview. This can take place online or on location. Sometimes you can start right away or first do a trial day.

Step 5

Is there a match? Then we'll arrange everything so you can get started worry-free. We help with contracts, document checks, account activation and, if necessary, applying for a BSN number at the municipality.

Step 6

Do you need housing? Flexdirect arranges accommodation and makes sure you are welcomed properly. We also help with transport to and from work, so you can start without worries.

Step 7

Everything arranged? Then it's time to begin! If you have your own transport, you travel to work on your own. If you don't have transport, we make sure you're picked up and arrive safely at work.

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