HGV DRIVER

HGV Driver Jobs; Swindon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking an HGV Class 1 Driver for tramping work based in Swindon. The role offers a competitive salary with a permanent contract, including great benefits like a contributory pension and 28 days paid holiday. Drivers will enjoy excellent facilities and a supportive work culture focused on inclusivity and safety.

Benefits

Contributory pension

28 days paid holiday

Free refreshments at fulfilment centres

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Valid commercial Driving License (Categories C / C+E).
• Able to speak & read English satisfactorily.
• Maximum of 6 penalty points in Driver's License.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Driving

Route Navigation

Client Interaction

Maintenance Checks

Electronic Log Maintenance

Education

Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Tools

Digital Tachograph / Smart Card

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)

GBP42,000 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 GBP42,000 to GBP44,000 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

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

Tramping, Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver C + E Driver