Class 1 Driver

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK seeks a Class 1 Driver to join their team in Dagenham. The role involves safely operating a bulk powder tanker for the construction industry, requiring a valid Category CE driving licence, CPC, and safety knowledge. The position offers an hourly rate of £18.02, 25 days of annual leave, and opportunities for career development. Join a dynamic working environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Workplace pension

Access to Hapi App for discounts

Career development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Category CE (Class 1) UK driving licence.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card are required.
• Previous experience with bulk powder tankers preferred, though training is available.
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures is necessary.
• Candidates should be physically fit and able to handle equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Cat CE bulk powder tanker.
• Load and discharge powder products using pressurised systems.
• Conduct vehicle checks and maintenance.
• Complete required documentation and delivery records accurately.

Skills

Valid Category CE (Class 1) UK driving licence

Valid Driver CPC

Experience operating bulk powder tankers

Understanding of health and safety procedures

Physically fit

Job description

Here at GXO Logistics, we are looking for a Class 1 Driver to join our Breedon Cement team in Dagenham. You will work as a Powder Tanker Driver, responsible for collecting and delivering powder products for the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Cat CE bulk powder tanker to collect and deliver powder products for the construction industry
• Load and discharge powder products using pressurised systems, following all safety protocols
• Conduct vehicle checks and maintenance to ensure roadworthiness and compliance
• Complete all required documentation and delivery records accurately

Qualifications

• Valid Category CE (Class 1) UK driving licence
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous experience operating bulk powder tankers (preferred, but training may be provided)
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures
• Physically fit and capable of handling equipment safely

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.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working on a Monday to Friday pattern, on a day shift, contracted to 48 hours per week.

Pay & Benefits

• An hourly rate of £18.02 paid monthly
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Workplace pension
• Access to our Hapi App platform, offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!
• Opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multiskilling, in a dynamic working environment.