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Temporary Driving Recruitment in Shepton Mallet

From a single Class 1 shift to a fleet of van drivers for peak, we cover driving requirements across Shepton Mallet and the surrounding area.

South West

A driving agency for Shepton Mallet operators

Short-term gaps and ongoing assignments, handled by one specialist driving desk.

From Avonmouth, Severnside and the M5 corridor running down to the West Country, a lot of freight leaves the South West every night. Temporary drivers keep those vehicles moving when a regular driver is off.

We supply drivers to food and drink manufacturers, aerospace and defence supply chains, retail distribution and regional hauliers. Class 1 for trunking, Class 2 for rigid rounds, 7.5 tonne for regional multi-drop and vans for final-mile work.

Freight across the South West is served by the M5, M4 and A38, Bristol Airport and the Port of Bristol at Avonmouth and Royal Portbury. A missing driver on any of those routes holds up everything behind it.

HGV, 7.5 tonne and van

Temporary drivers for Shepton Mallet

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How it works

How a driver booking works

We shortlist by licence

Drivers are matched on the category the vehicle needs first, then on experience of the work.

Mixed-category bookings

One request can cover artic, rigid and van drivers for the same operation.

Planned and urgent requests

Book holiday cover weeks ahead or send a same-week request. Both start the same way.

Planning cover

Before you send a request

Planned cover is the easiest to arrange. Holidays, training days and known peaks can be booked in advance so the transport office is not firefighting on the day.

Temporary cover works best when the driver is briefed properly. We pass on the site details, the vehicle and the contact on the day so nothing is left to chance.

A driver request usually covers:

  • The licence category the vehicle needs
  • The start date and first shift time
  • The type of work: trunking, rigid rounds, multi-drop or delivery
  • Who the driver reports to on arrival
Compliance

Checks on every driver

Every booking is checked the same way: licence entitlement against the vehicle, a current Driver CPC for lorry work, a valid tachograph card and proof of right to work.

Where a job involves manual handling, customer contact or specialist equipment, we tell the driver before they accept the booking.

Short of drivers this week?

Start a driver request

One request covers a single shift or a run of weeks — tell us which you need.

Driving FAQs

Frequently asked

Which driver types can you cover in Shepton Mallet?

HGV Class 1 (C+E), HGV Class 2 (Category C), 7.5 tonne (C1) and van drivers, including multi-drop and delivery drivers.

Can a temporary booking become ongoing?

Yes. Many bookings start as short-term cover and continue as an ongoing assignment. Tell us how long you expect to need the driver.

Do you also recruit permanent drivers?

Yes. Our permanent driver desk places HGV and LGV drivers onto your payroll when you want a seat filled for good.

What information helps you match a driver?

The vehicle and trailer type, the route profile, the start time and whether the work involves nights out, multi-drop or specialist tickets.

Can you cover night work in Shepton Mallet?

Yes. Night trunking, early starts and weekend shifts can all be booked. Tell us the start time and the pattern so we match drivers who want that work.

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