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Willmotts Transport Limited —Shepton Mallet
- From £680 a week
- Full-time
- Driving
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
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Class 1 Day Shunter

Willmotts Transport Limited -
Shepton Mallet

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £680 a week

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
Company events
On-site parking

Qualifications

Truck driving
Logistics
Driving
Category CE Licence
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Willmotts Transport is one of the largest independent warehousing and distribution companies in the South West, based just outside of Shepton Mallet, near Bristol. Due to continued success and growth, we are looking for a Class 1 Day Shunter to join our friendly and dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

Shunting & Trailer Movements

Safely manoeuvre Class 1 vehicles to move trailers between warehouse bays, yard locations, and workshop areas
Ensure all bays remain operational and loading/unloading activity is not delayed
Carry out regular yard checks to identify trailers requiring repositioning
Liaise with warehouse and transport teams to prioritise trailer movements

Warehouse Bay Management

Maintain a continuous flow of trailers in and out of loading bays
Ensure trailers are positioned correctly and safely for loading/unloading
Support warehouse teams by responding promptly to bay change requests
Monitor bay usage and highlight any operational delays or issues

Yard Operations

Conduct daily yard organisation to ensure a safe, tidy, and efficient working environment
Ensure trailers are parked in designated areas and in line with site procedures
Report any defective trailers or equipment to the relevant department

Pallet & Waste Management

Load and remove excess pallets from warehouse and yard areas
Organise and dispose of waste in accordance with company and environmental procedures
Maintain cleanliness of yard and external warehouse areas

Compliance & Safety

Operate vehicles in line with DVSA, driver hours, and company compliance standards
Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects immediately
Adhere to all Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards at all times
Follow site rules, safe systems of work, and traffic management plans

Other Duties:

Assist with general warehouse or yard duties where required
Provide support during busy periods or operational cover
Undertake additional reasonable tasks in line with business needs

Essential Skills & Experience:

Valid Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence
Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
Previous experience in a shunting or yard-based role (preferred)
Strong awareness of yard safety and vehicle manoeuvring
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Ability to work in a fast-paced, operational environment

Benefits:

28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), after 2 year’s unbroken service employees will receive an additional day’s holiday which will increase by an extra day (pro rata where necessary) after each additional full years’ service up to a maximum of 3 days.
Monthly Driver Bonus
Free on-site parking
Company events throughout the year
Workplace Salary Exchange Pension
Full DCPC training during your employment
Full uniform and PPE supplied
Modern fleet of well-maintained vehicles

Additional Details:

Hours of work Monday to Friday 09:00 – 19:00 to include a 30-minute unpaid lunch break (47.5 hours p/week)
Starting salary £680.00 p/week
First 6 months probationary period

Pay: From £680.00 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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