Class 1 Driver

Class 1 Driver Portbury, England

Gist Limited
Full Time Portbury, England 20.37 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

Job Title
Class 1 Driver
Location
Portbury, BS20 7XR GB (Main)
Job Description

At the heart of Gist are our crucial team of Drivers. We are currently looking for Class 1 Drivers to become part of our Portbury site. We are in search of people who can represent Gist on the road, champion Road safety as all our drivers do and demonstrate how efficient delivery within distribution is done.

What’s the opportunity?

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 products are transported via single or double-deck trailers between our depots, warehouses, and our customer safely whilst adhering to our Health & Safety regulations at all times.

Pay Rates:

£16.70 per hour day shift

£17.70 per hour night shift (20.00 - 06.00)

£17.81 on a Saturday and & £18.37 on a sunday

Earning potential up to £20.37 per hour

Shift Patterns Available: Start times will range.

00:00 – 02:00 – Fri – Mon

00:00 – 02:00 – Wed - Sat

10:00 – 12:00 – Wed - Sat

22:00 – 00:00 – Thurs – Mon

14:00 – 16:00 – Wed - Sat

What you’ll be doing

Your duties also involve tipping the vehicle, taking products off the trailer in cages or trays, and of course some manual handling. 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.

What you’ll need

  • Class 1 licence
  • At least 18 months Class 1 driving experience
  • A maximum of 6 endorsements
  • No accidents in the last 12 months
  • No points for drinking or consuming illegal substances while driving
  • Manual handling of goods or multi-drop experience is highly desirable

At Gist we pride ourselves on providing the best journey for all kinds of destinations and your recruitment journey is no exception. Below is what you can expect from the recruitment journey

Upon success at application stage

  • An initial call with one of our Talent team to discuss the role & you
  • A driving assessment
  • A competency based interview

Typically you’ll receive feedback on your interview within 48 hours.

What You’ll Enjoy

  • All Gist employees are eligible for 20% discount across M&S (T&C’s apply)
  • Competitive salary
  • Pension – Auto enrolment scheme
  • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rota)
  • Well-being portal
  • Discounts to major restaurants and retailers
  • Subsidised canteen
  • Free parking on site
  • Cycle to work scheme

About Us

Gist is a supply chain specialist providing retail distribution, primary and global freight logistics services across the UK and Ireland. At Gist, we pride ourselves in delivering innovative solutions and transforming supply chains, with a proven track record spanning more than 50 years.

We are united by our core values; with safety and people at the heart of everything do, we are progressive, accountable, collaborative and ethical.

Gist Limited is a subsidiary of Marks and Spencer Group plc.

Recruiter
Collins, Katie

Class 1 Driver
Gist Limited

www.gistworld.com
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
Michael Chambers
$100 to $500 million (USD)
5001 to 10000 Employees
Company - Private
Shipping & Trucking
1969
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