HGV Tramping Class 1 Driver Job Description
Merlyn Phoenix Limited
HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)
Location: Cricklade, Swindon
Salary: GBP42,000 to GBP44,000 per year - Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Merlyn Phoenix Limited, based in Cricklade, Swindon, is hiring HGV Class 1 drivers for tramping work. We are experiencing rapid growth and offer long-term careers for drivers on our permanent contract with one of the world's largest online retailers.
Shift Patterns
Tramping
Benefits
- Permanent contract with a base salary of GBP42,000 to GBP44,000, including night out money, based on one tramping tour per week
- Contributory company pension
- 28 days paid holiday based on one tour per week
- No loading or unloading required
- Delivery between fulfilment centres or warehouses/distribution centres
- Traction work involving drop and swap trailers
- Facilities for drivers to take breaks at fulfilment centres with free refreshments
- On-site parking
- Access to the latest truck technology focusing on safety and sustainability
- Inclusive and supportive company culture
- Strong focus on safety and driver welfare
Driver Requirements
- Willingness to be away in the truck for the week
- Valid commercial driving license with categories C / C+E
- Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
- Digital Tachograph / Smart Card
- Clear background check, compliant with applicable law
- Negative drug and alcohol test, compliant with applicable law
- Proficient in English (reading and speaking)
- Maximum of 6 penalty points on license, with no DD, DR, or IN endorsements
- Approved drivers have BGC results meeting requirements and negative drug/alcohol tests
Driver Responsibilities
- Use navigation tools and local knowledge to deliver packages on time
- Interact professionally with clients, colleagues, and suppliers
- Perform daily vehicle checks and report issues
- Report vehicle issues and delays in real-time
- Drive in various weather conditions, including light snow
- Maintain electronic logs of routes and deliveries