Class 1 Driver

Job Title Class 1 Driver Location Cumbernauld, G68 0EF
GB (Main)
Job Description

Make this Christmas the start of a new journey.

From festive favourites to the food that brings everyone together, there's something special about Christmas at M&S. And behind every fully stocked store, there's a team helping to make it happen.

At Gist, part of the M&S Group, we're looking for experienced Class 1 Drivers to join our team at Ward Park helping us keep M&S stores stocked throughout the festive season and beyond.

This isn't just a job for Christmas. It's a permanent opportunity with regular work, consistent hours, a modern fleet and the benefits of being part of the wider M&S family.

And there's an extra festive treat too!

Eligible colleagues can receive a Christmas bonus of £1,100, subject to the scheme's terms and conditions.

• Pay: £17.00 per hour, plus unsocial and weekend premiums, £26.20 per shift night out payment for trampers
• Location
  :
  Ward Park, G68 0EF
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours
  : 50
• Experience: Minimum 18 months' Class 1 driving experience
• Christmas bonus: up to £1,100 ( Subject to T&Cs)

We currently have opportunities across the following working patterns:

• 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.

As one of our Class 1 Drivers, you'll play an important part in delivering everything from everyday essentials to festive favourites, making sure products reach M&S stores safely and on time.

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

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

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

• 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
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Retail and restaurant discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive transport team and on-site management

We're looking for experienced, reliable drivers who take pride in their work and put safety first.

You’ll need:

• A valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Minimum 18 months' Class 1 driving experience
• Valid Driver CPC
• A driving record that meets our safety and compliance standards
• A professional, safety-focused approach
• Confidence with manual handling where required
• Availability to work the advertised shifts

Christmas might only come once a year, but a great opportunity can last much longer.

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