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    At Gist, we pride ourselves in transforming supply chains, with a proven track record spanning 50 years. Our vision is to deliver industry leading logistics and supply chain transformation for the benefit of our customers and shareholders. Our customers include Marks and Spencer, Tesco, Morrisons and 2 Sisters Food Group. With people and safety at the heart of everything we do, we are; progressive, accountable, collaborative and ethical.

    “The Gist Graduate and Industrial Placement schemes are designed for high calibre, ambitious individuals who are serious about rapid career development. The schemes enable people to experience working for a wide range of our customers, whilst developing their business and people management skills within a structured development scheme.”

    Michael Chambers, CEO.

    What to expect

    • For the first 12 months of your scheme, you will be based at our Head Office in Chineham, working alongside our Health & Safety Director to establish and maintain the highest Health, Safety & Wellbeing standards within Gist.
    • You will then complete two 12-month rotations based at two of our UK-wide depots, where you will implement and manage the company’s Health, Safety & Wellbeing system and provide general support to the sites.
    • Over this 3-year scheme, you will be responsible for providing health, safety and environmental advice to meet all appropriate legal and IMS policy standards. This includes but is not limited to; warehouse safety, driver & fleet safety, vehicle maintenance unit safety, facilities management, environmental compliance, health and wellbeing, cultural improvement and emergency preparedness.

    What you need

    • You are studying/have studied an Occupational Health & Safety related discipline.
    • You have a passion for Health & Safety.
    • As you could be based at any of our sites, you must be geographically mobile and hold a full UK driving license.
    • You thrive in fast paced and challenging environments, which will see you succeed when pushed out of your comfort zone.
    • You are self-motivated, confident and career driven.

    Our offer

    • You will receive a starting salary of £28,000, increasing to £32,000 in your second year.
    • Once you join us you will have the opportunity to undertake the IOSH Managing safely course, with the expectation to undertake the NEBOSH General Certificate on completion of the 2-year scheme.
    • You will be allocated a mentor who will be a senior manager in our business and will offer support and guidance on your career within Gist
    • Relocation support
    • Whether it’s personal or professional, the Employee Assistance Helpline offers counselling, financial and legal advice as well as an online health portal
    • 25 days holiday
    • Discretionary performance-related bonus scheme
    • Pension scheme
    • My Benefits – offering great discounts across retail and leisure outlets

    Gist is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage a diverse workforce and aim to provide a selection process that allows candidates to demonstrate their full potential. If you require a particular adjustment to be made to allow you to fully participate in our recruitment process, please contact our Graduate Recruitment team at graduates@gistworld.com.