At a Glance
- Tasks: Collect and transport accident-damaged vehicles safely and efficiently.
- Company: Join IAA, a supportive team with great earning potential.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, daily bonuses, free training, and 28 days holiday.
- Other info: Enjoy a safety-first environment with ongoing career growth.
- Why this job: Take your driving career to the next level with excellent training and development opportunities.
- Qualifications: Valid Class 1 licence and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 32218 - 35256 £ per year.
Location: Adwick-le-Street, Doncaster
Salary: Competitive basic + daily bonus + paid overtime
Are you an experienced Class 1 HGV driver looking for a fresh challenge? Do you have experience with vehicle recovery or car transporters? Join IAA and take the next step in your driving career with a role that offers excellent earning potential, great benefits, and a supportive team environment.
The Role:
- As a Vehicle Collection Driver Class 1, you’ll be responsible for collecting accident damaged vehicles from various customer and client locations.
- Using specially designed salvage/recovery trucks and a vehicle winch when required, you’ll ensure safe and compliant loading, securing and unloading of vehicles at all times.
- You’ll also accurately measure and record vehicle heights before each journey, ensuring full compliance with height, weight, and road safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect allocated vehicles from client and customer locations
- Load, secure and unload vehicles safely
- Follow all legal and company driving regulations
- Accurately measure and record vehicle heights before every journey
- Communicate professionally with customers and colleagues
- Maintain high standards of safety, accuracy, and customer service
What You’ll Need:
- Valid Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence
- Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
- Minimum 6 months HGV driving experience
- Previous recovery or car transporter experience is advantageous (full training provided)
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Safety-first mindset with excellent attention to detail
- Self-motivated, organised, and reliable
What We Offer:
- Hourly pay
- Daily driver bonus for each vehicle collected or delivered
- Dedicated vehicle
- Full 1:1 company training provided and IVR training provided
- Free uniform and PPE
- Free onsite parking
- Ongoing training and career development
- 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- Pension plan with 3.5% employer contribution
Employee Benefits:
- Access to Telus Health support services
- Discounted vehicle parts and non-auction cars
- Vodafone employee discount
- Paid volunteer day for a charity of your choice
Important Information:
This role is subject to satisfactory checks, including: Right to Work DBS. IAA also conducts random drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe working environment.
We think you need these skills to ace Vehicle Collection Driver Class 1 in Doncaster
Problem-Solving Skills
Communication Skills
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Adaptability
Customer Service Skills
Teamwork
