Railway shunter (Any gender)

Europp October 28, 2026

The offer

You will be responsible for moving rail vehicles and trainsets (large to very large volumes) according to a precise schedule, ensuring equipment integrity and operational safety.

This role involves operating specialized machinery (overhead cranes, forklifts, road-rail shunters, etc.) to handle heavy loads, organize work areas, and prepare operational tasks.

The work is primarily outdoors, requiring thoroughness, teamwork, and strict compliance with safety regulations in an industrial environment.

Organize and prepare on-site material handling operations.

Load/unload equipment and vehicles, and remove waste using a forklift.

Ensure the safety of all personnel.

Profile

Technical skills:

CACES 3-5,

R484 (overhead crane) mandatory

Low-voltage electrical authorization is highly appreciated

Up-to-date medical fitness certificate mandatory

Personal qualities:

Thoroughness, autonomy, teamwork, sense of priorities and service, strict adherence to safety rules

Flexibility, agility

Essential skills

evaluating railway operations, moving incoming loads, moving outgoing loads, applying railway safety regulations, assisting with moving heavy loads

Authorizations

CACES - R484 - Overhead & gantry cranes 1 (pendant/remote control), CACES - R489 - Ride-on forklift trucks 3 (counterbalance forklifts < 6 tonnes), CACES - R489 - Ride-on forklift trucks 5 (reach trucks), Electrical Authorizations - B0 , Electrical Authorizations - B1 , Electrical Authorizations - B2 , Medical fitness certificate

The company

Europpjobs is a temporary employment agency specializing in matching companies with candidates for temporary assignments, fixed-term contracts, and permanent roles. Operating across diverse sectors such as industry, logistics, construction, and services, the agency provides qualified and immediately operational profiles. Europpjobs stands out through its responsiveness, personalized candidate support, and dedicated attention to employer needs. Europpjobs is committed to facilitating access to employment while delivering flexible recruitment solutions tailored to today's labor market challenges.

Additional information

What we offer

Temporary assignment with a salary base of €2,000.00 x 13 months

Initial duration: 2 months

Internal training + on-the-job mentoring

Bonuses

Mileage allowance

Location: Grand Est region | Working hours: 3x8 shift rotation eventually (standard day shift during the first month to work across all 3 teams and begin training).

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