HGV Tramper Driver (Gearr UK Ltd) - Chesterfield

Job description

• HGV Tramper driver - five weeks paid holiday.

A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.

You are required to pass a background check plus an alcohol and drug test before starting work.

We are Gearr UK Ltd

We are a small family run company, and we are building our business by providing an excellent middle-mile service to big brand names.

We pride ourselves on providing a quality service, which is on time, every time and we can be relied upon as an excellent service partner.

We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our small team. You will be rewarded for being on time, every time and being fully compliant. We welcome self motivated and hardworking individuals.

You will be provided with new state of the art Mercedes and MAN vehicles with the latest technology. It’s all about driving safely, providing good customer service, and working positively with other members of the team.

About the Role

Gearr UK Limited in Mansfield are recruiting now and providing long-term careers for drivers. We are looking for Tramping Drivers who are energetic, personable and safe.

We provide the MAN and Mercedes truck, but you should have a clean driving record and driving licence.

Tramping work

Shift length 120, 60 maximum working hours

The shift starts on a Sunday and ends at the same time on the Friday, a maximum total of 120 duty hours.

Full time permanent

HGV Driver Benefits :

Driver is not required to assist with any unloading / loading.

Driving only from fulfillment centre to fulfillment centre

Traction work only– drop / swap trailers. Working with boxed trailers only.

Paid for full 60 hour shift regardless of working hours, including cancelled shifts.

Five weeks - 30 days basic paid holidays

Company pension is available.

Mansfield head office start and finish point

Free motorway service parking overnight

Microwaves and fridges provided in the trucks

Paid weekly

We have access to the latest truck technology both on safety and sustainability.

There is a great culture of inclusivity and support for diversity

HGV Driver Requirements :

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 3 penalty points on your Driver’s License to be considered for the role (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 the area to deliver the trailer to warehouse on time

Interact with clients in a professional manner

Complete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and notify the manager of any issues

Drive in inclement weather, such as snow, heavy rain and wind.

Maintain electronic logs to track routes and deliveries

There is no loading / unloading or cargo securing requirements for them (the fulfilment centre team will take care of those)

Tramping Driver, Driver, Truck Driver, HGV Class 1, HGV Driver

Location : Kirkland Avenue, Mansfield, England NG18 5QP

Job Type : Full-time Sunday to Friday

Pay : £46,050.00 per year, each week £150 of your salary is paid tax free as a living away allowance. You will be paid £750 basic plus £150 tax free per week total £900pw

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : £46,050.00 per year

Work Location : In person