Recovery Drivers

Posted 28 March by Recruit123 Ltd

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** Day shift and night shift opportunities available**

We are one of the UK’s leading vehicle movement companies. Due to securing a new high-profile contract to move specialist support vehicles across London and surrounding areas, we are looking to expand our team with more drivers wanting to start a new and exciting journey.

As well as Rainham, we also have opportunities in Wimbledon and Heathrow.

This role would suit a qualified Recovery Driver experienced in assisting in the efficient and safe recovery of vehicles.

What we need from you as a Recovery Driver:

  • A minimum of 2 years’ experience, working either as a recovery or tow truck driver
  • You must have a current Driver CPC
  • Hold a digital tachograph card and have working knowledge of tachograph legislation
  • Minimum Driving Licence requirement. Category C, ideally CE. (For those with category C, training will be provided to achieve Category CE)
  • You will also have knowledge of vehicle recovery techniques and equipment
  • Driving Licence - No previous disqualifications from driving (DR, CD, DD, IN OR TT99 endorsements will not be accepted)
  • Uphold a high standard of safety and professionalism in all recovery operations
  • Team player with a positive, proactive, and flexible outlook
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure, meeting tight deadlines
  • Capability to work unsupervised and maintain high standards
  • All successful candidates will be required to pass NPPV2 vetting process

Desirable:

  • Trained to IVR level (Institute of Vehicle Recovery)

What the role involves:

As a Recovery Driver you will play a key role in providing a reliable, efficient, and courteous service.

Duties include:

  • Recover a variety of different vehicles across London, using recovery vehicles and equipment, efficiently and safely
  • Adhere strictly to safety standards and regulations
  • Provide a professionally service with clients and customers, exhibiting a courteous and helpful demeanour during recovery operations, with everyone you meet
  • Conduct thorough inspections of recovered vehicles, documenting any damages or issues accurately
  • Work together with fellow recovery drivers and support staff
  • Complete all administrative duties including the use of electronic devices and processes accurately, thoroughly and on time

Salary:

  • £39,060.00 for CE Drivers with a minimum 2 years’ experience.
  • £37,060.00 for C Drivers, with progression to £39,060 on achievement of CE status with training given.
  • £3,000 Night shift allowance.
  • Overtime available

Hours:

  • Monday to Friday - 6.30am to 4pm & 8pm to 5.30am, 45 hours per week
  • Friday to Monday - 6.30am to 4pm, 45 hours per week

Benefits:

  • 25 days holiday
  • Pension scheme
  • Healthcare scheme
  • Uniform and mobile phone provided
  • Training to gain category CE status, if required

Please apply now!

Required skills

  • Customer Service
  • IVR
  • Recovery
  • Reliable
  • TOW
  • Driving

Application questions

Do you have a min of 2 years experience working either as a recovery or tow truck driver?
Do you hold a current Driver CPC?
Do you hold a tachograph card?
Is your driving licence min category C or CE?
Is your driving licence free from any disqualifications?

Reference: 52392410

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