HGV Driver (C+E)

Ready for a new route? 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.

The role at a glance

• 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

Find a routine that works for you 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.

What You'll Be Doing 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.

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
• 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.

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.

• £17.00 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: What we're looking for

• 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

Ready to make a change? 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.

Your next route could start here. Vacancies may close early if we receive a high level of applications.