HGV CLASS 1 EXPERIENCED TRAMPER DRIVER

TieTalent; Swindon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is hiring HGV Class 1 Drivers for tramping work in Swindon. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary of £42,000 to £44,000 per year, with great benefits including a contributory pension and 28 days of paid holiday. Drivers need to have specific qualifications, including a valid driving license and CPC.

Benefits

Contributory company pension

28 days paid holiday

Access to latest truck technology

Great facilities with free refreshments

Qualifications

• Hold valid commercial Driving License with categories C / C+E.
• Pass background checks and drug/alcohol tests.
• Speak and read English satisfactorily.

Responsibilities

• Use navigation apps to deliver packages on time.
• Complete daily maintenance checks on trucks.
• Maintain electronic logs for routes and deliveries.

Skills

Tramping

Driving

Route Navigation

Education

Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Tools

Digital Tachograph

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)

£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

· 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

· 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