HGV Tramping Class 1 driver job description
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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
· Tramping
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 available for our drivers to take a break at the fulfilment centres with free refreshments
· On-site Parking
· We have access to the latest truck technology both on safety and sustainability.
· There is a great culture of inclusivity and support for diversity
· Safety and driver welfare are our key targets
HGV Driver Requirements
· Tramping prepared to be away in truck for the week.
· Hold a valid commercial Driving License with the Correct Categories C / C+E
· Have a Professional Driving Qualification called the Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
· Hold a Digital Tachograph / Smart Card
· Pass a background check (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
· Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (below) to the extend it is permitted by the applicable law
· Be able to speak & read English satisfactorily
· Have a maximum of 6 penalty points in the Driver’s License (as well as no DD, DR or IN endorsements)
· Approved drivers consist of drivers with BGC results as “Meets Requirements” and drug and alcohol tests with negative results.
HGV Driver Responsibilities
· Use route navigation apps and knowledge of area to deliver packages to warehouse on time
· Interact with clients’ colleagues and suppliers in a professional manner
· Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and trailers. Notify managers of any issues
· Report issues to vehicles and delays to schedule to relevant person in real time
· Drive in inclement weather, such as light snow
· Maintain electronic logs to track routes and deliveries
Tramping, Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver C + E Driver