Class 1 Driver

TN United Kingdom; Cumbernauld; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking full-time Class 1 Drivers to join their dynamic team in Cumbernauld. This role offers the opportunity to transport goods safely and efficiently, ensuring timely deliveries while adhering to strict health and safety regulations. With a commitment to inclusivity and employee well-being, the company provides a supportive work environment, competitive pay rates, and numerous perks including discounts and training opportunities. If you are passionate about driving and want to be part of a collaborative team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

20% M&S discount

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Discounted healthcare cash plan

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Tailored induction and training

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Hold a Class 1 licence with at least 18 months driving experience.
• A maximum of 6 endorsements with no recent accidents.

Responsibilities

• Transport products safely between depots and stores.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Handle goods manually and represent the company positively.

Skills

Class 1 driving experience

Manual handling

Multi-drop experience

Health & Safety regulations

Education

CPC units

Job description

Job Title: Class 1 Driver

Location: Cumbernauld, G67 2XN GB (Main)

Job Description

Working in partnership with M&S, at Gist we deliver industry-leading logistics and supply chain transformation.

We value, celebrate, and believe in the power of individuality and strive to create a work environment where everyone can be themselves. We want you to join us, bring your authentic self to work and unlock your full potential.

We are welcoming applications for full-time Class 1 Drivers to join our operation in Lenziemill working 40 hours per week, on a Wednesday-Sunday shift pattern, with start times between 14:00 and 16:00.

Part-time opportunities are also available:

1. Thursday, Friday, Saturday – 0300 time window
2. Friday and Saturday – 1500 time window
3. Friday and Saturday – 2200 time window
4. Saturday and Sunday – 0300 time window

What’s in it for you?

Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, exciting, and evolving business built on our core values. Here are some of the benefits we offer that make working for Gist just that little bit more special:

1. £15.33 basic days rate increasing to £16.64 per hour after 6 months service
2. £18.39 basic nights rate increasing to £19.96 per hour after 6 months service
3. 20-30% premiums for weekend working
4. 20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion, and food
5. 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
6. Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan
7. Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)
8. Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers
9. Access to a wide range of wellbeing support – including our Employee Assistance Programme
10. A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development
11. Cycle to work scheme
12. Supportive Team: Join a close-knit community where collaboration is key

What will you do & what will you need?

You’ll play a vital role in making sure our stock is where it needs to be, on time. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that M&S products are transported via single or double-deck trailers between our depots, warehouses, and our customers safely whilst adhering to our Health & Safety regulations at all times. Your duties also involve tipping the vehicle, taking products off the trailer in cages or trays and into the M&S Stores, and of course some manual handling. This is a hands-on job, with plenty of responsibility. You’ll be out on the road but also working closely with colleagues and representing Gist to everyone you meet.

You’ll hold a class 1 licence with at least 18 months Class 1 driving experience. A maximum of 6 endorsements with no accidents in the last 12 months and no points for drinking or consuming illegal substances while driving. Manual handling of goods or multi-drop experience is highly desirable, along with a minimum of 3 CPC units.

Who are we and where will you be?

At Gist we are united by our core values; with safety and people at the heart of everything we do, we are progressive, accountable, collaborative, and ethical.

Gist Lenziemill is part of our Retail Distribution network providing bespoke warehousing and logistics solutions for M&S. We provide an on-site car park, canteen, and rest room facilities. Our team works closely together to deliver fantastic results in a collaborative, engaging, and inclusive environment.

Apply today and join us on the road to success!

Upon application, if successful, you will be contacted by a member of the team and booked onto an initial introduction call to discuss the role at hand and next steps. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.

Gist aims to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment. If it’s meaningful to you, it’s important to us.

Our Internal Recruitment Team fulfills all vacancies on a direct basis. Unsolicited contact by unapproved agencies (sharing speculative CVs) will not be accepted and introductory fees will not apply.

Recruiter: Collins, Katie