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