Class 1 Driver

Gist Limited; Staveley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with life assurance

Cycle to Work

Discounts

Free on-site parking

Training and development

On-site management support

Job summary

Gist Limited, part of the M&S Group, is seeking experienced Class 1 Drivers to join our Chesterfield operation.

You’ll enjoy regular hours, a modern fleet and the benefits of being part of the wider M&S family, with a transport team that values drivers.

This trunking role involves depot-to-depot deliveries with planned routes, safety checks and representing Gist and M&S on the road and at stores.

Qualifications

• A valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Minimum 18 months' Class 1 driving experience
• Valid Driver CPC
• Professional and safety-focused approach

Responsibilities

• Completing planned trunk routes between depots and distribution centres
• Carrying out vehicle and safety checks
• Moving stock safely and efficiently across the network
• Supporting the wider transport operation
• Representing Gist and M&S professionally on the road and at stores

Skills

Class 1 Driving

CPC Certificate

Safety Awareness

Team Player

Job description

If you’ve been thinking about making a change, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

At Gist, part of the M&S Group

At Gist, part of the M&S Group, we’re looking for experiencedClass 1 Driversto join our team atChesterfield, helping us keep M&S stores supplied every day.

You’ll haveregular work, consistent hours, a modern fleet and the benefits that come with being part of the wider M&S family– all backed by a transport team that knows how important our drivers are to the operation.

The role at a glance

• Pay:£17.33 per hour + shift premiums
• Location:Chesterfield
• Experience: Minimum 18 months' Class 1 driving experience

Find a routine that works for you

We currently have opportunities across the following working patterns:

• Hours: 12 hour shifts
• Rota: 8 week rolling rota
• Start times Nights - 23:00 - 01:00

Additional shift premiums may apply depending on your working pattern.

The role - Trunking

A straightforward trunking role focused on depot-to-depot deliveries with planned routes and minimal disruption.

What you’ll be doing:

• Completing planned trunk routes between depots and distribution centres
• Moving stock safely and efficiently across the network
• Supporting the wider transport operation
• Ensuring vehicle compliance and safety standards are maintained

Your day-to-day will include:

• Completing planned deliveries to M&S stores
• Carrying out vehicle and safety checks
• Working safely and efficiently to planned schedules
• Keeping in touch with our transport team throughout your shift
• Representing Gist and M&S professionally on the road and at stores

What you'll get

There’s more to joining Gist than getting behind the wheel.

• £17.33per hour + £2.34 unsociable pay per hour between 20:00 -06:00
• Premiums: Saturday is additional £1.23 per hour and Sunday is an additional £3.71 per hour
• Friday premium (from midday) is £1.26
• Regular hours and consistent work
• Modern, well-maintained fleet
• Pension scheme with life assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Retail and restaurant discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive transport office and on-site management

What we're looking for

You’ll need:

• A validClass 1 (C+E) licence
• Aminimum of 18 months' Class 1 driving experience
• Valid Driver CPC
• A driving record that meets our internal safety and compliance standards
• A professional and safety-focused approach
• A reliable, team-focused attitude
• Confidence with manual handling where required