GIST
Class 1 Driver
Class 1 Driver at GIST, based in Crewe, North West, paying £19.09 per hour. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £19.09 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Crewe, North West
- Closing date
- Sector
- HGV Driving
- HGV Class 1
- Driver CPC
37% below the typical rate for hgv driving
Reference 571867152127367138
About the role
Job Title Class 1 Driver Location Crewe, CW1 6FB 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 Crewe, 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.
The role at a glance
- Pay: £19.09 per hour + shift premiums
- Location: Crewe
- Contract: Permanent
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Experience: Minimum 18 months' Class 1 driving experience
Find a routine that works for you
We currently have opportunities across the following working patterns:
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Fri - Mon EV ( start time between 1300-1600 )
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Sat - Wed AM ( start time between 0100-0400)
Additional shift premiums may apply depending on your working pattern.
Helping make Christmas happen
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.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Completing planned deliveries to M&S stores
- Carrying out vehicle and safety checks
- Completing relevant delivery paperwork
- Working safely to planned schedules
- Keeping in touch with our transport team
- Representing Gist and M&S professionally
Something to look forward to, long after Christmas
- 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
What we're looking for
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
Your next journey starts here
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.
Make this Christmas the start of a new journey. Apply today!
Our recruitment team will be in touch to complete a licence check and talk you through the next steps.
Recruiter Cooper, Caragh (Recruitment Advisor - People)
Reference: 571867152127367138 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 2 Dec 2026 · Listed via GIST
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