CLASS 1 Driver

GXO Logistics, Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Knottingley is seeking an experienced Class 1 (Night) Driver for a full-time role. You will transport goods between TJX sites and must possess a full EU driving licence, Driver CPC, and a Digital Tachograph Card. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £16.95 and various benefits, including a company pension scheme and access to an online learning platform for professional development.

Benefits

28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Company sponsored pension scheme

24/7 online GP service

Access to MyBenefits platform for discounts and savings

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years driving experience required.
• No more than 6 current penalty points.
• No disqualifications with conviction dates within the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Transport goods between TJX sites with multiple drops.
• Communicate any delays or issues to the transport office.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections on the vehicle.

Skills

Experience with driving logistics

Effective communication skills

Shunting experience

Education

Full EU driving licence with category C+E entitlement

Valid Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC)

Valid Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Are you an experienced Class 1 Driver looking for a fresh challenge? Do you want to join an organisation that can offer you the training and development to progress your career? Read on, we might have the perfect opportunity just for you!

Here at GXO Knottingley we’re looking for Class 1 (Night) Driver to join our team working on the TJX contract. You’ll be working on a full-time, permanent basis, 48 hours per week, Tuesday – Saturday or Sunday – Thursday, with a start time of between 16:00 or 17:00.

Pay, benefits and more:

As a Class 1 Driver, you’ll receive:

• An hourly rate of £16.95 (Salary £42,298.00)
• 28 days annual leave (includes bank holidays)
• A company sponsored pension scheme
• A 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and fully comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to our MyBenefits platform, offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more
• Admission to GXO University, our online learning platform enabling you to achieve your career aspirations!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Transport goods between TJX sites, this will involve collections from vendors (approx 3/4 drops per shift)
• Communicate effectively with the transport office regarding any delays, issues, or changes during journeys
• Shunting experience would be an advantage to help cover for holiday leave
• Adhere to all relevant legislation and company policies pertaining to driving, safety, and vehicle operation.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure road worthiness
• Perform any other duties related to the role as required

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• No less than 2 years experience
• A full EU driving licence with category C+E entitlement
• A valid Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC)
• Be in possession of a valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than 6 current penalty points
• No DR, DG, DD, BA, CD, AC, LC or TT99 endorsements with a conviction date within the previous 5 years

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

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