Class 1 Driver

At the heart of Gist are our crucial team of Drivers. We are currently looking for Class 1 Drivers to become part of our Lockerbie 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?

£14.23 per hour day shift.

An additional £1.00 per hour for hours worked between 20.00-06.00 Monday to Friday.

An additional £2.00 per hour for working on a Saturday and £4.00 per hour for working on a Sunday.

Shift Patterns Available:

• 2 x 0900 4 on 4 off
• 1 x AM 4 on 4 off
• 1 x PM 4 on 4 off

Hours: 4 hours per 8 day period, working 11 hour shifts, on a 4on 4off shift pattern

About the role

Our drivers deliver milk to supermarkets across the north of England on behalf of Arla. This is a multi-drop operation and is physically challenging. Our drivers are required to be customer focused with a ‘can do’ attitude.

What we’ll need from you

We would love to hear from you if you have 12 to 18 months Class 1 driving experience with a maximum of 6 endorsements, no accidents in the last 12 months and no points for drinking or consuming illegal substances while driving on your licence.

Experience in manual handling of goods or multi-drop experience is highly desirable, but not a must.

Location: Arla, Lockerbie

About Us

We are an award-winning supply chain specialist that works in partnership with customers such as Marks and Spencer, Tesco, Morrisons and 2 Sisters Food Group.

We are big on succession and being united by our core values which are Progressive, Accountable, Collaborative and Ethical.

What You’ll Enjoy

• All Gist employees are eligible for 20% discount across M&S (T&C’s apply)
• Meal allowance
• CPC refresher training full paid and provided on site
• Driver health assessment paid
• Outward facing cameras on all vehicles for added protection / security
• 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