HGV Driver (Merlyn Phoenix Limited)

HGV Tramping Class 1 diver job descriptionPlease ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely. 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

• 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

• 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.

• 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