Yard Shunter, Class 1 HGV
Are you an experienced, proactive and dependable Class 1 HGV driver looking for a new opportunity? Cotteswold Dairy is seeking a Yard Shunter to join our Transport team at the Tewkesbury Depot. This pivotal role is perfect for someone with a Class 1, Category C+E licence who enjoys hands-on work and has a keen eye for detail. As a Yard Shunter, you’ll be responsible for ensuring trailers are in the right place at the right time and that goods are secured and ready for transport. This role is not suitable for new-pass drivers. We are pleased to support new pass drivers in our Class 1 / Class 2 roles - please see our other vacancies.
Summary
Working Shifts: 48 hours per week, four daytime shifts.
Start Times: 0700 - 1900: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday.
What You'll Do
As a Yard Shunter at Cotteswold Dairy's main distribution and production site in Tewkesbury, you’ll support our Warehouse & Transport teams, ensuring smooth yard operations and preparing trailers for efficient delivery. This role involves a range of duties, from moving trailers and checking vehicle conditions to maintaining clean wash and refueling areas. You’ll need a positive, flexible approach, as well as excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to high standards in customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Safe operation of yard-shunter vehicles and safe coupling/uncoupling of trailers.
- Monitoring and reporting any vehicle damage and performing regular tyre checks.
- Ensuring fridges are running and electrical connections are secure.
- Maintaining vehicle wash and refueling areas, and reporting any infringements.
- Collecting and returning vehicles for servicing as needed.
Working Hours
- 48 hours per week (rostered average), Monday to Saturday.
- 0700 - 1900: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday.
Please note: This is a physically active role, involving manual handling.
What We're Looking For
- A clean UK driving licence (Category C+E).
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work independently.
- A proactive attitude toward health and safety and a commitment to high standards.
- Forklift experience is beneficial but not essential (training can be provided).
Due to the nature of this role, it is not suitable for new-pass drivers.
We are proud to support new pass drivers in our Class 2 and Class 1 HGV Roles - please see our other vacancies.
Why Choose Cotteswold Dairy?
At Cotteswold Dairy, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, teamwork, and sustainable practices. As part of Team Cotteswold, you’ll enjoy:
- A supportive work environment within a respected, family-owned company.
- Career growth opportunities, with dedicated training and development support.
- The chance to play a vital role in delivering quality products to our customers.
If you’re ready to take on a dynamic role in a well-established company, apply today to become a valued member of the Cotteswold Dairy team in Tewkesbury.
Since 1938, Cotteswold Dairy has flourished from a modest milk round—delivering just 30 gallons a day using a bucket and ladle—into one of the UK’s most respected independent, family-run dairies, rooted in Tewkesbury. Built on the founding values of quality, service, and cleanliness, the business has remained committed to those principles spanning three generations, now under the leadership of Managing Director George Workman.
Today, we process, pack, and deliver over 100 million litres of milk and dairy products each year to doorstep customers and businesses across England and Wales, operating from multiple depots and a modern production site in Tewkesbury.
At our heart lies a strong ethical and environmental commitment. We partner with local farms within a 60-mile radius—many Red Tractor-certified—promoting sustainable farming practices, animal welfare, and minimal environmental impact. We’ve championed eco-friendly initiatives for decades, including returnable glass bottles, electric milk floats, telematics for efficient logistics, and zero waste-to-landfill operations.
More than a business, Cotteswold Dairy is a values-driven community dedicated to delivering wholesome, high-quality dairy products while nurturing people, our communities, and our planet—making us a compelling and meaningful place to build your career.
