HGV Tramping Class 1 driver job description
Merlyn Phoenix Limited
HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)
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 tramping work. We have rapid growth projections, providing long-term careers for drivers working on our permanent contract with the worlds largest online retailor.
Shift Patterns
1. Tramping
HGV Driver Benefits
2. Permanent contract base salary £42,000 to £44,000 inclusive of night out money based on 1 tramping tour per week
3. Contributory company pension
4. 28 days paid holiday based on 1 tour per week
5. No loading unloading.
6. Fulfilment centre to fulfilment centre or warehouse/ distribution centre
7. Traction work only– drop/swap trailers.
8. Great facilities available for our drivers to take a break at the fulfilment centres with free refreshments
9. On-site Parking
10. We have access to the latest truck technology both on safety and sustainability.
11. There is a great culture of inclusivity and support for diversity
12. Safety and driver welfare are our key targets
HGV Driver Requirements
13. Tramping prepared to be away in truck for the week.
14. Hold a valid commercial Driving License with the Correct Categories C / C+E
15. Have a Professional Driving Qualification called the Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
16. Hold a Digital Tachograph / Smart Card
17. Pass a background check (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
18. Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
19. Be able to speak & read English satisfactorily
20. Have a maximum of 6 penalty points in the Driver’s License (as well as no DD, DR or IN endorsements)
21. Approved drivers consist of drivers with BGC results as “Meets Requirements” and drug and alcohol tests with negative results.
HGV Driver Responsibilities
22. Use route navigation apps and knowledge of area to deliver packages to warehouse on time
23. Interact with clients’ colleagues and suppliers in a professional manner
24. Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and trailers. Notify managers of any issues
25. Report issues to vehicles and delays to schedule to relevant person in real time
26. Drive in inclement weather, such as light snow
27. Maintain electronic logs to track routes and deliveries
Tramping, Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver C + E Driver