At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct shunting duties and ensure smooth vehicle loading/unloading.
- Company: Established transport company specialising in fresh produce distribution.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, weekly salary, pension, and monthly bonuses.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for additional loading/unloading tasks.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and play a key role in efficient logistics.
- Qualifications: Valid LGV Class 1 Licence, Digital Tachograph Card, and Driver CPC Card required.
The predicted salary is between 8 - 10 £ per hour.
Position; LGV Class 1 Depot Shunter Job type; Full time, permanent Pay; Hourly rates of pay Shift; Monday – Friday plus alternate Sunday Hours; 15:00 – Midnight Mon - Fri 15:00 – Midnight Sunday (Shifts average 8 – 10 hrs) Location; Staplehurst (Nr Marden, Kent) Well established transport company specialising in the overnight national distribution of temperature controlled fresh produce to wholesale fruit and vegetable markets.
We are looking to recruit a Class 1 depot shunter for our busy distribution facility in Staplehurst, Kent.
Duties include;
- Conducting daily equipment checks, immediately reporting any defects and / or damage.
- Carrying out shunting duties including relevant maintenance and safety checks.
- Moving empty and loaded trailers / vehicles on and off of loading bays.
- Liaising with the warehouse supervisors to ensure smooth and efficient vehicle loading / unloading.
- Set / check / operate fridge units on trailers, refuel if required.
- Maintain log of trailer movements / load sheets.
- Monitoring servicing & MOT requirements of vehicles & trailers.
- Effectively managing own working time in line with the Road Transport Directives.
- Observing & ensuring yard is in clean / tidy condition .
Qualifications/Requirements;
- Possess valid LGV (C+E) Class 1 Licence.
- Possess valid Digital Tachograph Card.
- Possess valid Driver CPC Card.
- Key Skills & experience;
- Relevant experience in a similar role.
- Effective team member demonstrating excellent work attitude who works well on their own initiative.
- Willing to assist with loading / unloading if required.
- Positive attitude.
- Flexible to work hour in line with requirements of the business.
Occasional requirements to load / unload at local customer facilities, deliver / collect vehicles at dealer service locations.
Benefits;
- Competitive hourly rates (Sunday rate enhanced)
- Weekly pay
- Company Pension
- Additional Monthly bonus / incentive payments Applications by email using the APPLY button: Closing date 13.08.26
LGV Class 1 Depot Shunter in Maidstone employer: Staplehurst Transits
Join a well-established transport company in Staplehurst, Kent, where we pride ourselves on our commitment to employee growth and a supportive work culture. As an LGV Class 1 Depot Shunter, you'll enjoy competitive pay, weekly wages, and a company pension, all while working in a dynamic environment that values teamwork and initiative. With opportunities for additional bonuses and a focus on maintaining a clean and efficient workplace, this role offers a rewarding career path in the logistics sector.
