Job Title Class 1 Driver Location Portbury, BS20 7XR GB (Main)
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.
We are welcoming applications for Class 1 Drivers to join our operation in Portbury. Working 40 hours per week, between the following shift times & patterns:
1. Thu-Sun 12:00-14:00
2. Wed-Sat 12:00-14:00
3. Thu-Sun 00:00-02:00
What’s in it for you?
Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, exciting, and evolving business built on our core values. Here are some of the benefits we offer that make working for Gist just that little bit more special…
4. £16.70 Base Rate
5. £17.81 Saturday Rate
6. £18.37 Sunday Rate
7. £1.00 Nights Rate (20.00 - 06.00)
8. 20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food
9. 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
10. Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan
11. Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)
12. Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers
13. Access to a wide range of wellbeing support – including our Employee Assistance Programme
14. A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development
15. Cycle to work scheme
16. Supportive Team: Join a close-knit community where collaboration is key
What will you do & what will you need?
You’ll play a vital role in making sure our stock is where it needs to be, on time. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that M&S products are transported via single or double-deck trailers between our depots, warehouses and our customers safely whilst adhering to our Health & Safety regulations at all times. This is a hands-on job, with plenty of responsibility. You’ll be out on the road but also working closely with colleagues and representing Gist to everyone you meet
You’ll hold a class 1 licence with at least 18 months Class 1 driving experience. A maximum of 6 endorsements with no accidents in the last 12 months and no points for drinking or consuming illegal substances while driving. Manual handling of goods or multi-drop experience is highly desirable, along with a minimum of 3 CPC units.
Who are we and where will you be
At Gist we are united by our core values; with safety and people at the heart of everything do, we are progressive, accountable, collaborative, and ethical.
Apply today and Join us on the road to success
Upon application if successful, you will be contacted by a member of the team and booked onto an initial introduction call to discuss the role at hand and next steps. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.
Gist aims to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment. If it’s meaningful to you, it’s important to us.
Recruiter Collins, Katie