Class 1 Driver

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Swindon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is looking for an experienced Class 1 Driver to join their team in Swindon. This full-time role offers a competitive annual salary of £45,387, along with substantial benefits including 33 days of annual leave and access to a company-sponsored pension. Responsibilities include operating vehicles in a safe manner and completing necessary documentation. Ideal candidates will hold a valid Class 1 Driving license and possess a strong commitment to safety and compliance.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Company sponsored pension scheme

Access to MyBenefits platform

Admission to GXO University

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class 1 Driving license with no unacceptable endorsements.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to safety and compliance.
• Communicate effectively and work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Operate the vehicle safely and legally, ensuring it's properly loaded.
• Complete delivery documentation in accordance with company policies.
• Use automated lift decks as necessary during operations.

Skills

Safety and compliance commitment

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Valid Class 1 Driving license

CPC certification

Digi tacho card

Job description

Are you an experienced Class 1 Driver looking for the security of guaranteed full-time hours and a permanent contract? Do you want to work for one of the UK’s most forward‑thinking and fast‑growing logistics companies?

At GXO Swindon, we are recruiting a Class 1 Driver to join our City Plumbing operation. City Plumbing is a well‑established national supplier of plumbing, heating, and bathroom products, known for its strong reputation and excellent customer service and you will play a key role in supporting its reliable and efficient supply chain.

This is a full‑time, permanent position working Monday to Friday, with night‑shift start times between 16:00 and 17:00, offering stability, consistency and the opportunity to be part of a trusted and growing logistics team.

Pay, benefits and more:

• An annual salary of £45,387.00
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of 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:

• Operate the vehicle in a safe, legal, and professional manner, ensuring it is correctly loaded before leaving site (no handball required)
• Accurately complete all delivery documentation in line with company policies and procedures
• Operate automated lift decks as required on a day‑to‑day basis

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• A validClass 1Driving license, CPC and Digi tacho card
• No more than 6 penalty points on your licence (no DR,DG,DD,BA,CD,AC,LC or TT99 endorsements)
• Strong commitment tosafety and compliance
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting‑edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.