** 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!