Class 1 Driver
GXO Logistics
£40.0k per year
Birmingham, City and Borough of Birmingham
Full time, permanent
The Breakroom Take
- Pays all ages fairly
- Proper training
- Proper breaks
About GXO Logistics
GXO Logistics is a supply chain and warehouse company.
Job description from GXO Logistics
Here at GXO Logistics, we are looking for the full-time, permanent HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our team in Birmingham for our customer, a British retailer, WHSmith.
You will be contracted to work 45 hours per week on the shift pattern of Any 5 from 7 with the start time window of 18:00 - 23:00.
Pay, benefits and more:
- Annual salary of £40,014
- 33 days of annual leave (included Bank Holidays)
- Flexible dental insurance plans
- Company sponsored pension scheme
- 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 will do on a typical day:
- Deliver and collect goods to and from various customer stores nationwide
- Operate company vehicles in a safe, legal, and efficient manner
- Complete all necessary paperwork correctly, in full and on time
- Be compliant with Driver's hours, Tachograph, Working Time, and Road Traffic Act regulations
What you need to succeed at GXO:
- Full UK driving licence with category C+E entitlement
- No more than 6 current penalty points
- No DR, DG, DD, BA, CD, AC, LC or TT99 endorsements within the previous 5 years
- Previous experience driving category C+E vehicles is desirable
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.
Job insights from Breakroom
HGV and LGV drivers
Heavy goods vehicle (HGV) and large goods vehicle (LGV) drivers transport and deliver goods.
You’ll need a special driving licence to do this job.
What you’ll do as a HGV and LGV driver:
- Drive a HGV or LGV
- Load and unload your vehicle
- Deal with customers and suppliers
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Driving
- Physical activities
- Heavy lifting
- Wearing a uniform
- Anti-social hours
Map
Birmingham, City and Borough of Birmingham
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What employees say
Pay
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Good
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Most people are paid a living wage
Do GXO Logistics pay HGV drivers enough to live on?
Most people are paid a living wage.
How we know this
96% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
Good
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Most people are paid market rates
Do GXO Logistics pay HGV drivers market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
97% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do HGV drivers at GXO Logistics get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
60% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do GXO Logistics pay HGV drivers sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
71% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
Good
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do HGV drivers at GXO Logistics do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
74% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do HGV drivers get of their shift pattern at GXO Logistics?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 65% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 6% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 29% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
Good
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do HGV drivers at GXO Logistics worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
77% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do HGV drivers at GXO Logistics get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
63% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Needs improving
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Hard to change shifts
How easy is it for HGV drivers at GXO Logistics to change shifts?
Most people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
68% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
Good
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it for HGV drivers to book a holiday at GXO Logistics?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
71% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts don’t get changed at short notice
Do GXO Logistics managers change HGV drivers shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
85% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
Good
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it for HGV drivers to take sick leave at GXO Logistics?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
70% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working as HGV drivers at GXO Logistics good if you have caring responsibilities?
Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
56% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.
Workplace
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Okay
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do HGV drivers at GXO Logistics feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
48% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Most people get proper breaks
Do HGV drivers at GXO Logistics get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
81% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Some people are stressed
Is it stressful for HGV drivers to work at GXO Logistics?
Some people feel stressed here.
How we know this
49% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do HGV drivers at GXO Logistics enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
83% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do HGV drivers at GXO Logistics recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
57% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do HGV drivers get enough training when they start at GXO Logistics?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
36% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get support to progress
Are HGV drivers given support to progress at GXO Logistics?
Most people aren’t given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 71% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do HGV drivers think GXO Logistics head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
90% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t feel well informed by head office
Do HGV drivers feel well informed about how GXO Logistics is doing?
Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
72% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What GXO Logistics employees say about their job
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Best thing
I love the freedom it offers with 4 on and 4 off!
Worst thing
Its run down things aren’t getting fixed
Warehouse OP at GXO Logistics, February 2025
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Best thing
Going home
Worst thing
Targets,lack of respect,lack of rest during breaks,unsafe and dirty work areas,management treated differently compared to colleagues like sick pay,breaks,pushing work load onto colleagues
Employee at GXO Logistics, January 2025
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