Drivers Mate

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Northampton; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in the UK is seeking a Driver Mate for a full-time, permanent role. You will assist the driver with loading, delivery processes, and customer care reporting. This position offers a competitive salary of £31,421.36 along with benefits including holiday pay, pension, and access to online training courses. The role requires flexibility with shift patterns covering 5 days out of 7.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Workplace pension

24/7 online GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Driver Mate or similar desirable.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the driver to ensure the vehicle is loaded correctly.
• Assist throughout the delivery and collection process.
• Report issues to customer care.

Skills

Driver Mate experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Health & Safety commitment

Job description

Please note that for this role the training will be completed in Northampton but our site will be moving to Coventry (CV3 4GA) in early 2026. Travel expenses for the training period will be paid by the company. You will be working with the transport team to ensure GXO Logistics fulfil their responsibilities relating to the distribution of Greene King product from the Northampton operational site.

Responsibilities

• Support the driver to ensure the vehicle is loaded correctly and the load is adequately secured
• Assist throughout the delivery and collection process
• Carry out tasks / reasonable requests as required
• Be responsible for reporting issues to customer care
• Take ownership of paperwork
• Support the driver with navigation as required
• Work as a banksman when required
• Support depot with the off‑loading and stowing of empty containers

Qualifications & Attributes

• Previous experience as a Driver Mate or similar desirable
• Flexible approach to work
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills with a customer‑focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, showing initiative and adaptability
• Commitment to Health & Safety and maintaining operational standards

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.

Job Details

This is a full time, permanent role. You will be working any 5 days out of 7, rotational weekly shifts of 6am - 2:30pm and 2pm - 10:30pm.

Pay, Benefits & More

• Salary is £31,421.36
• Holiday pay and Workplace pension
• 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, 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