About PepsiCo

PepsiCo UK is a global leader in food and beverage, crafting beloved brands like Walkers Crisps, Quaker Oats, Doritos, Pipers, and Monster Munch. Our products delight consumers worldwide, enjoyed over one billion times daily across 200+ countries. In 2023, PepsiCo achieved $91 billion in net revenue, underscoring our commitment to innovation and quality. In the UK, we're proud to be named Top Employer for 12 consecutive years and Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality for 18 years running. At our Leicester SRDC site, we drive manufacturing excellence, and roles like Potato Shunter Driver are pivotal to our supply chain success.

Role Overview

As a Potato Shunter Driver at PepsiCo's Walkers site in Leicester, you'll play a crucial role in moving potatoes from SRDC to Leycroft Factory. Operating SRDC shunt units, you'll ensure seamless trailer flow to intake bays, traveling short distances between PepsiCo sites. This full-time position follows a 4-on-4-off shift pattern with 12-hour alternating day/night shifts at our Bursom Road facility (LE4 1EX). With a salary of £36,700.39 plus benefits, it's ideal for HGV1 drivers seeking stability in the food manufacturing sector.

Why This Role Matters

Your expertise ensures uninterrupted potato supply, supporting Walkers' production of iconic snacks. It's a hands-on position demanding precision, safety, and efficiency in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

In this vital manufacturing support role, you'll:

• Deliver key performance indicators (KPIs) for safety, hygiene, service, and productivity.
• Champion the safety programme through active participation in the Near Miss reporting initiative.
• Manage punctual trailer movements on and off potato intake bays for optimal flow.
• Proactively identify service risks and implement corrective actions.
• Uphold the highest quality standards in all operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a Potato Shunter Driver, you need:

• HGV1 licence (essential due to health & safety and legal road-driving requirements).
• High energy, personal drive, and passion for results.
• Strong team player mindset with a focus on collective improvement.
• Proven track record of high personal performance and uncompromising safety standards.
• Excellent attendance, reliability, and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Continuous improvement mindset, always seeking better ways to execute daily tasks.

No prior shunting experience required beyond HGV1, but a quality-focused attitude is key.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers market-leading rewards:

• Salary: £36,700.39 with quarterly bonus incentives.
• 23 days annual holiday, competitive pension scheme.
• PPE provided, staff discount shop, cycle to work scheme.
• Subsidized canteen, long service rewards.
• Enhanced parental leave: 26 weeks full pay maternity, 10 weeks paternity (service-qualified).
• Critical illness cover, discounted gym, health & wellbeing support, electric car salary sacrifice via Octopus Energy.

Career Growth

PepsiCo fosters internal talent—most executives rose through the ranks. We invest in your development with training, support for continual learning, and clear paths for progression in supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing. Join a workforce passionate about excellence and personal growth.

Why Join Us

Be part of a superb team that genuinely cares about great work. We're an equal opportunity employer compliant with the Equality Act 2010, valuing diversity across age, gender, disability, race, and more. We provide adjustments for applications and interviews—contact our recruiter for support. At PepsiCo Leicester, enjoy a collaborative culture, pep+ sustainability initiatives, and opportunities to build a long-term career in the food industry.

Role FAQs

What is the shift pattern? 4 on 4 off, 12-hour shifts alternating days and nights.

Is HGV1 experience required? HGV1 licence is mandatory; shunting training provided.

What salary can I expect? £36,700.39 base plus bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Location details? SRDC Leicester, Bursom Road, LE4 1EX—short drives to nearby sites.

How does PepsiCo support diversity? Full compliance with Equality Act; adjustments for all applicants.

Ready to drive PepsiCo's success? Apply now for this Leicester opportunity.