HGV Driver (C+E)

Gist Limited; Cumbernauld; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and life assurance

Cycle to Work

Discounts

Job summary

Gist Limited, part of the M&S Group, is hiring experienced Class 1 drivers for routes from Wardpark. You will operate trunking deliveries between depots and distribution centres, moving stock safely while upholding high safety standards. Expect regular hours and a supportive team within a modern fleet.

Role offers varied patterns, overnights and local shifts, with premiums for unsocial hours. You’ll be part of the M&S family, contributing to reliable store supply and customer service nationwide.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Complete trunk routes between depots and distribution centres.
• Move stock safely and efficiently across the network.
• Support the wider transport operation and maintain vehicle safety standards.

Skills

Class 1 driving

Class 1 licence

Driver CPC

Safety conscious

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, we’re looking for experiencedClass 1 Driversto join our team atWardpark, 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: £17.00per hour, plus unsocial and weekend premiums,£26.20 per shift night out payment for trampers
• Location: Wardpark
• 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: 50 hours

• Sunday to Thursday 00:00 – 04:00start - Tramping (2 nights out each rotation)
• Sunday to Thursday 12:00 - 14:00 start - local
• Thursday to Monday 00:00 – 04:00 start - Tramping (2 nights out each rotation)
• Thursday to Monday 06:00 – 08:00 start - Trunking / local
• Tuesday to Saturday 12:00 - 14:00 start - Local

Additional shift premiums may apply depending on your working pattern.

What you'll be doing

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

Tramping

Ideal for drivers who prefer long-distance work and overnight runs as part of a professional logistics operation.

What you’ll be doing:

• Completing long-distance deliveries and collections
• Managing overnight runs in line with driver regulations
• Maintaining high standards of professionalism and safety

Local

Ideal for drivers who prefer local and regional work, with planned routes and the benefit of returning home at the end of every shift.

What you’ll be doing:

• Completing local and regional deliveries and collections
• Collecting from and delivering to M&S suppliers and supporting sites across the area
• Working to planned routes and delivery schedules
• Providing a professional service when representing Gist at our customer locations

What you'll get

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

• £17.00per hour
• Additional shift premiums where applicable
• 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

Ready to make a change?

If you're looking for a driving role withregular work, a strong team behind you and the benefits of being part of the M&S family, we’d love to hear from you.

Vacancies may close early if we receive a high level of applications.