HGV Solo Role Class 1 Driver Job Description Merlyn Phoenix Limited HGV Class 1 Driver (Solo Role) Merlyn Phoenix Limited, Cricklade, Swindon £42,000 to £44,000 a year – Full-time, Permanent About the Role Merlyn Phoenix Limited, based in Cricklade Swindon, is hiring for HGV Class 1 drivers for solo roles. We have rapid growth projections, providing long-term careers for drivers working on our permanent contract with the world’s largest online retailer. Shift Patterns Solo role HGV Driver Benefits Permanent contract base salary £42,000 to £44,000 inclusive of night-out money based on 1 solo tour per week Contributory company pension 28 days paid holiday based on 1 tour per week No loading/unloading Fulfilment centre to fulfilment centre or warehouse/distribution centre Traction work only – drop/swap trailers Great facilities available for our drivers to take a break at the fulfilment centres with free refreshments On-site parking Access to the latest truck technology in both safety and sustainability A strong culture of inclusivity and support for diversity Safety and driver welfare are key priorities HGV Driver Requirements Solo role – prepared to be away in the truck for the week Hold a valid commercial Driving License with the correct categories C / CE Have a Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Hold a Digital Tachograph / Smart Card Pass a background check (to the extent permitted by applicable law) Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (to the extent permitted by applicable law) Be able to speak and read English satisfactorily Have a maximum of 6 penalty points on the Driver’s License (with no DD, DR, or IN endorsements) Approved drivers must meet background check requirements and return negative drug and alcohol test results HGV Driver Responsibilities Use route navigation apps and knowledge of the area to deliver packages to warehouses on time Interact with clients, colleagues, and suppliers professionally Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and trailers and report issues Report any vehicle issues or schedule delays in real time Drive in inclement weather such as light snow Maintain electronic logs to track routes and deliveries Keywords: Solo role, Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver, CE Driver