HGV Driver - Abingdon
1 day ago
Abingdon
HGV Solo Role Class 1 Driver Job Description Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. Merlyn Phoenix Limited HGV Class 1 Driver (Solo Role) 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 solo roles. We have rapid growth projections, providing long-term careers for drivers working on our permanent contract with the world’s largest online retailer. Shift Patterns Solo role HGV Driver Benefits * * Permanent contract base salary £42,000 to £44,000 inclusive of night-out money based on 1 solo 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 * On-site parking * Access to the latest truck technology in both safety and sustainability * A strong culture of inclusivity and support for diversity * Safety and driver welfare are key priorities HGV Driver Requirements * * Solo role – prepared to be away in the truck for the week * Hold a valid commercial Driving License with the correct categories C / C+E * Have a Full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) * Hold a Digital Tachograph / Smart Card * Pass a background check (to the extent permitted by applicable law) * Pass a standard drug and alcohol test (to the extent permitted by applicable law) * Be able to speak and read English satisfactorily * Have a maximum of 6 penalty points on the Driver’s License (with no DD, DR, or IN endorsements) * Approved drivers must meet background check requirements and return negative drug and alcohol test results HGV Driver Responsibilities * * Use route navigation apps and knowledge of the area to deliver packages to warehouses on time * Interact with clients, colleagues, and suppliers professionally * Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and trailers and report issues * Report any vehicle issues or schedule delays in real time * Drive in inclement weather such as light snow * Maintain electronic logs to track routes and deliveries Keywords: Solo role, Driving, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver, C+E Driver