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Class 1 Shunter

Job details
Posting date: 10 November 2025
Salary: £19.08 to £27.26 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 10 December 2025
Location: Bristol, South West, BS16 7HX
Company: Ignition Driver Recruitment
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 58424328

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Summary

Class 1 Shunter – Bristol – Earn £19.08 to £27.26 p/h – Full Time working Nights - Immediate Start – Apply Now!

Ignition Driver Recruitment are looking for Class 1 Shunter in Bristol to work with our client, who is one of the UK's leading parcel distribution companies.

You must have your Class 1 driving licence and previous experience working as a Shunter would be preferrable to be considered for this role. Full training will be provided.

Employee Benefits:
Competitive Salary: £19.08 to £27.26 per hour
Immediate Starts: Begin earning immediately
Weekly Pay: Payday every Friday
Overtime Opportunities: Boost your earnings
Excellent Facilities:

- Comfortable break areas
- Vending machines
- Subsidised on-site canteen
- Free, secure car parking

Career Growth: Excellent opportunities

Roles & Responsibilities:

- Shunting Class 1 vehicles around the yard
- Moving trailers
- Industry standard vehicle checks

You must have a strong knowledge of H&S requirements and be a proactive person.

Working Hours:
Full-time hours (Working Sunday to Thursday - 22:00 to 07:30)

As a professional Driver, you will be up to date with the WTD regulations and be able to monitor and keep your working hours accordingly.

About you:
You will have your Class 1 Driving Licence and at least 12 months experience driving commercially. You must also have your UK DCPC card and a valid Digi-tacho card. Our client may accept up to 6 points on your licence, but we can not accept DD, TT, DR, CD, IN endorsements. Infringements in the last 12 months must not exceed: (a) 12 (in any one month) or (b) Infringement points in any 3 consecutive months within the applicable period.

Ideally, you will have previous experience working as a Shunter, but full training can be provided. Either way, you must have 12 months experience driving Class 1 vehiucles commercially.

You will be a UK resident and will be able to travel to and from the site for your shift. We are unable to assist with VISA applications and cannot assist with relocation.

Interested?
If you are looking for a new opportunity and you have your Class 1 licence and previous experience, why not click to apply today?

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