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 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 CE ● 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 Tramping, Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver C E Driver.