At a Glance
- Tasks: Safely recover and transport disabled vehicles while providing roadside assistance.
- Company: Join a supportive team in the essential recovery service industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional training, company pension, and free parking.
- Other info: Full training provided; perfect for both experienced drivers and newcomers.
- Why this job: Enjoy variety in your work with no two days being the same.
- Qualifications: Valid Class 2 driving license, CPC, and a customer-first mindset.
The predicted salary is between 30912 - 30912 £ per year.
Requirements: Valid License, CPC, and Digital Tacho Card.
The Opportunity: Are you a professional driver looking for a role that offers more variety than standard multi-drop? Join our specialist recovery team. We are seeking a reliable Class 2 Recovery Driver to handle the safe retrieval and transport of disabled or damaged vehicles. Whether you are an experienced recovery operator or a professional driver looking to start a new career, we want to hear from you. Full specialist recovery training will be provided for the right candidate. Working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern with either 10am-10pm and 12pm-12am shifts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vehicle Recovery: Safely and efficiently loading, securing, and transporting disabled or damaged vehicles using Class 2 flatbed recovery trucks.
- Technical Assessment: Inspecting vehicles on-site for mechanical issues and, where possible, performing basic roadside assistance.
- Professional Communication: Acting as a calm and professional point of contact for clients at the roadside and coordinating effectively with our dispatch team.
- Safety & Compliance: Adhering to all road safety regulations, securing loads to industry standards, and maintaining accurate tacho-graph records.
Requirements:
- Licensing: You must possess a valid driving license suitable for 7.5T and Class 2 vehicles.
- Compliance: A valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card are essential.
- Mechanical Aptitude: A basic understanding of vehicle mechanics is a significant advantage.
- Skills: Excellent communication skills and a 'customer-first' mindset, especially when dealing with motorists in stressful situations.
- Physical Fitness: The role involves manual handling, including the operation of winches and securing heavy loads in all weather conditions.
Experience:
- Recovery: Previous experience in vehicle recovery is preferred but not essential as full training is provided.
- Driving: Proven experience operating vans or commercial vehicles safely.
- Local Knowledge: A good understanding of the local road network is beneficial for efficient response times.
What We Offer:
- Professional Training: Gain specialist skills in vehicle recovery and loading.
- Variety: No two days are the same - work across a wide range of vehicles and locations.
- Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values safety and clear communication.
- Consistent Work: Stability within a busy and essential service industry.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £30,912.00 per year
Benefits: Company pension, Free parking, On-site parking
Experience: Driving: 2 years (preferred), Mechanic: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required), Driver CPC (required)
Work Location: On the road
