HGV Driver (C+E)

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 experienced Class 1 Drivers to join our team at Wardpark , helping us keep M&S stores supplied every day.

You’ll have regular 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.

Pay: £17.00 per 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

We currently have opportunities across the following working patterns:

Hours: 50 hours

Shift pattern availability:

Sunday to Thursday 00:00 – 04:00 start - 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.

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

Tramping

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

Completing long-distance deliveries and collections

Managing overnight runs in line with driver regulations

Maintaining high standards of professionalism and safety

Supporting nationwide operations during peak demand

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.

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

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

£17.00 per hour

Additional shift premiums where applicable

Regular hours and consistent work

20% colleague discount across M&S

Modern, well-maintained fleet

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

Supportive transport office and on-site management

You'll need:

A valid Class 1 (C+E) licence

A minimum 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

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

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.

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

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