Class 1 Driver

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Raunds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking experienced Class 1 Drivers in Raunds. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £16.75, with various shift patterns available. Responsibilities include operating vehicles safely, conducting vehicle checks, and handling delivery paperwork. Candidates must hold a valid Class 1 Driving license and demonstrate strong safety compliance. Competitive benefits include overtime pay, training opportunities, and a 24/7 online GP service.

Benefits

Hourly rate of £16.75

Overtime paid at time and a third

Annual CPC training

Holiday pay

24/7 online GP service

Access to employee assistance programme

Access to learning and development courses

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Driving license, CPC and Digi tacho card are mandatory.
• No more than 6 penalty points on your licence.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out thorough vehicle checks before and after shifts.
• Operate a Class 1 curtainsider vehicle safely.
• Complete delivery paperwork accurately and on time.

Skills

Safety and compliance

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Valid Class 1 Driving license

CPC and Digi tacho card

Job description

We’re thrilled to be expanding our driving team following a major contract win, creating fantastic opportunities for experienced Class 1 Drivers who value consistency and reliability on day shifts.

We’re proud to announce a brand-new partnership with Beko, operating from our Raunds site and supporting one of the UK’s most trusted household appliance brands.

This exciting contract goes live on 1st January, and we’re looking for enthusiastic, committed drivers to join us from day one.

You will be working on a full-time, permanent basis, Monday to Friday, with start times between 4:00am and 7:00am. We also have Sunday to Thursday and Tuesday to Saturday shift patterns available, so please apply if these suit your availability.

Pay, benefits and more:

• An hourly rate of £16.75
• Overtime paid at time and a third
• Annual CPC training
• Holiday pay
• A 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!
• Access to GXO University – home to a wealth of online training courses, meaning your development never ends!

What you will do on a typical day:

• Carry out thorough pre-shift and post-shift vehicle checks, ensuring your vehicle is safe, compliant, and ready for the road
• Operate a Class 1 curtainsider vehicle professionally and safely
• Occasionally complete deliveries using a tail lift, providing some manual assistance with unloading when required
• Accurately complete all required paperwork and delivery documentation, ensuring it is submitted on time

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• A valid Class 1 Driving 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 to safety 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.GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

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.