Job Summary
L J Transportation are seeking to appoint a reliable and skilled Class 2 HGV Recovery Driver to join our ever growing team. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, excellent driving skills, and the ability to handle various types of vehicles. Being a customer facing role; good customer service and a high level of professionalism is essential.
The Truck can be based at one of our depots in Essex (Maldon, Brentwood or Rochford).
Day Shift
This will be for a day shift, 6am-6pm or 7am-7pm on a 5 on/3 off shift pattern
Night Shift
or a night shift (8 or 10 hour shift to be flexible around you)
Benefits
Competitive salary - £15 an hour (to be increased to £16 an hour after successful completion of probationary period)
28 days paid holiday
Flexible overtime offered
Company Pension scheme
Excellent in house training provided by an experienced trainer
PAYE full time contracted employment
PPE/Uniform Supplied
Employee and Store Discounts
Company Healthcare Cash plan (HCP)
Duties
Operate lorries for the purpose of delivering damaged/ broken down vehicles to various locations
Ensure the safe loading and unloading of vehicles, particularly on flatbed vehicles.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including logs of mileage and fuel usage.
Communicate effectively with dispatchers and clients regarding delivery schedules and any potential delays.
Adhere to all traffic laws and company policies while driving.
Assist in the maintenance of the vehicle by reporting any issues or required repairs promptly.
Requirements
Valid commercial driving licence (CDL) with appropriate endorsements for operating flatbed lorries.
Minimum 1 year's experience driving either a Class 2 or Class 1 vehicle
Proven experience as a recovery driver and/or mechanical knowledge desirable but not essential
Strong knowledge of road safety regulations and best practices.
Ability to navigate using GPS systems and maps effectively.
Excellent time management skills with a focus on punctuality.
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Being a customer facing role, a commitment to maintaining high standards of customer service is essential.
Due to the nature of the work; a clean UK driving licence; valid and up to date CPC card and a clean DBS record is essential for this role. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in immediate withdrawal from the recruitment process.
If you're looking to progress your driving career within a respectable, family run company then look no further and apply today. We would love to hear from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Company pension
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Store discount
Work Location: In person
