Class 1 Driver

Gist Limited; Weston (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Gist Limited seeks a skilled Class 1 driver for reliable hours and modern equipment. Join a friendly team delivering logistics for a trusted UK brand. Enjoy competitive pay, fixed shifts, and various perks including healthcare and training support.

Benefits

20% discount at a major UK retailer

Company pension & life assurance

Healthcare cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Paid induction

Ongoing training

Well-being support

24/7 employee assistance

Qualifications

• 18 months’ experience with a valid Class 1 licence.
• No more than 6 penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Safely transporting chilled and ambient food products.
• Working closely with planners and warehouse teams for timely deliveries.

Skills

Manual Handling

Education

Class 1 (C+E) Licence

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.

Location: Spalding
Hours: 10 - 12 hour shifts
Start Times: Multiple available
Shifts Available:

• Thursday to Sunday with start times from 14.00 to 15.00
• Friday to Monday with start times from 13.00 to 15.00
• Friday to Sunday with start times from 00.00 to 03.00
• Friday to Monday with start times from 00.00 to 03.00

Join Gist – In Partnership with M&S

We’re proud to deliver industry-leading logistics and supply chain services to one of the UK’s most trusted brands. At Gist, we don’t just keep goods moving — we keep careers growing.

If you're a skilled Class 1 driver looking for reliable hours, respect, modern equipment, and a friendly team, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Drive With Gist?

• £14.69 per hour base pay
• £14.69 per hour + £1.00 per hour for Saturdays
• £14.69 per hour + £4.00 per hour for Sundays
• £1.70 per hour Unsociable pay between 20:00 - 06:00
• Fixed shifts and regular start times
• 20% discount at a major UK retailer
• Company pension & life assurance (up to 4x salary)
• Healthcare cash plan and cycle to work scheme
• Paid induction + ongoing training
• Well-being support and 24/7 employee assistance
• Friendly, supportive transport team

The Role

You’ll be responsible for safely transporting chilled and ambient food products between sites using single or double-deck trailers. You’ll work closely with planners and warehouse teams to ensure timely deliveries, while upholding high standards of safety and professionalism on the road.

What You’ll Need:

• A valid Class 1 (C+E) licence with at least 18 months’ experience
• No more than 6 penalty points (no DR/DD offences)
• Ideally experience with manual handling
• 3 or more CPC modules completed

About us

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 will play an integral part in the M&S journey as it pushes boundaries to lead the retail industry into a greener, speedier, more inspiring era.

Apply Today – Let’s Get You on the Road

Once you apply, we’ll be in touch to book a quick intro call.

At Gist, we’re committed to being an inclusive employer. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know — if it’s meaningful to you, it’s important to us.