HGV Driver

Thatcham, England, gb

Merlyn Phoenix Limited

HGV Class 1 Driver

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

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