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Long Haul HGV Operator (Hiring Immediately)
Long Haul HGV Operator (Hiring Immediately)
Long Haul HGV Operator (Hiring Immediately)
Posted 2 days ago
- Swindon, Wiltshire
- Any
- External
**HGV Tramping Class 1 Driver Job Description**
**Merlyn Phoenix Limited**
**HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)**
Merlyn Phoenix Limited, Cricklade, Swindon.
£42,000 to £44,000 a year - Full-time, Permanent
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**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 retailer.
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**Shift Patterns**
● Tramping
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**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 warehousedistribution centre
● Traction work only – dropswap 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
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**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 extent it is permitted by the applicable law
● Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (below) to the extent 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
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**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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Tramping, Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver C + E Driver.
**Merlyn Phoenix Limited**
**HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)**
Merlyn Phoenix Limited, Cricklade, Swindon.
£42,000 to £44,000 a year - Full-time, Permanent
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**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 retailer.
---
**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 warehousedistribution centre
● Traction work only – dropswap 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 extent it is permitted by the applicable law
● Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (below) to the extent 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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Tramping, Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver C + E Driver.