Class 1 Driver

Gist Limited; Portbury; On-site; GBP 39,600 - 49,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage £19.08

Shift premiums

Regular hours

M&S discount 20%

Modern fleet

On-site support

Paid holidays

Pension

Healthcare plan

Cycle to work

Retail discounts

Free parking

Training opportunities

Job summary

Gist is recruiting for professional Class 1 Drivers to support the M&S operation in Portbury this summer and beyond. You'll join a busy logistics team delivering stock safely and professionally to M&S stores.

We offer 40 or 50 hour weeks, modern vehicles, and a supportive transport office with long-term opportunities. Applicants should have a valid Class 1 licence, CPC, and at least 18 months' experience.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Minimum 18 months Class 1 driving experience.
• Driver CPC qualification.
• Professional and safety-focused approach.
• Reliable, team-focused attitude.
• Comfortable with manual handling where required.

Responsibilities

• Completing store deliveries across the network.
• Carrying out vehicle checks and delivery paperwork.
• Working safely and efficiently to planned schedules.
• Representing Gist and M&S professionally on site.

Skills

Valid Class 1 licence (C+E)

CPC qualification

Safety-focused

Reliable, team-oriented

Education

None

Job description

Join Gist and keep M&S moving this summer

We’re growing our Portbury driver team and looking for professional Class 1 Drivers to support our busy M&S operation this summer and beyond.

Whether you prefer trunking, store deliveries, tramping, or shunting, you’ll be joining a fast‑paced logistics operation with consistent work, modern vehicles, and a supportive transport team behind you with genuine long‑term opportunities.

What You’ll Get

• £19.08 per hour basic
• Unsocial and weekend premiums available
• Regular hours and consistent work
• 20% colleague discount across M&S
• Modern, well‑maintained fleet
• Supportive transport office and on‑site management
• Paid holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Pension scheme with life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Retail and restaurant discounts
• Free on‑site parking
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Shift Information

Hours: 40 or 50 hours

Shift Patterns And Start Times

• Sat-Wed 22:00-00:00

The Role

You’ll be delivering stock safely and efficiently to M&S stores while providing a professional service at every location.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Completing store deliveries across the network
• Carrying out vehicle checks and delivery paperwork
• Working safely and efficiently to planned schedules
• Representing Gist and M&S professionally on site

What We’re Looking For

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Minimum 18 months Class 1 driving experience
• Driver CPC qualification
• A driving record that meets our internal safety and compliance standards
• Professional and safety-focused approach
• Reliable, team-focused attitude
• Comfortable with manual handling where required

Apply Now

Join a professional transport operation with consistent work, modern vehicles, and a team that values safe and reliable drivers.

Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role, complete a licence check, and talk you through the next steps.

Due to high levels of interest, vacancies may close early.