HGV Class 1 Driver Job Description
Merlyn Phoenix Limited – Cricklade, Swindon
HGV Class 1 Driver – Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £42,000 to £44,000 per year (inclusive of night out money) based on 1 tramping tour per week
We are hiring for HGV Class 1 drivers for tramping work. This is a permanent contract with long-term career opportunities.
About The Role
Merlyn Phoenix Limited is based in Cricklade Swindon and is hiring for HGV Class 1 drivers for tramping work. We have rapid growth projections and offer long-term careers for drivers on our permanent contract with the world’s largest online retailer.
HGV Driver Benefits
* Permanent contract base salary £42,000 to £44,000 inclusive of night out money based on 1 tramping 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 at fulfilment centres with free refreshments
* On-site parking
* Access to the latest truck technology for safety and sustainability
* Inclusive culture with support for diversity
* Safety and driver welfare are key targets
HGV Driver Requirements
* Tramping prepared to be away in the truck for the week
* Hold a valid commercial Driving License with Categories C / C+E
* Have a Professional Driving Qualification: Full Driver CPC
* Hold a Digital Tachograph / Smart Card
* Pass a background check (as permitted by applicable law)
* Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (as permitted by applicable law)
* Speak and read English satisfactorily
* Maximum of 6 penalty points on the Driver’s License (no DD, DR or IN endorsements)
* Approved drivers have BGC results that meet requirements and negative drug/alcohol tests
HGV Driver Responsibilities
* Use route navigation apps and knowledge of the area to deliver to the warehouse on time
* Interact professionally with clients’ colleagues and suppliers
* Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and trailers; notify managers of issues
* Report vehicle issues and delays to the relevant person in real time
* Drive in inclement weather (e.g., light snow)
* Maintain electronic logs to track routes and deliveries
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
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