HGV Driver (Merlyn Phoenix Limited) (Apply in minutes)

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 retailer.

• Tramping

• 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 warehousedistribution centre
• Traction work only – dropswap 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

• 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 extent it is permitted by the applicable law
• Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (below) to the extent 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

• 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.