Heavy Recovery Driver

Red Sky Personnel are currently recruiting for a Heavy Recovery Driver at Heathrow Airport. Reporting into the Operations Manager, you will be expected to carry out Heavy Recovery, Transport, Hiab movements, driving duties and driver checks on a wide range of vehicles and equipment in a timely and efficient manner, whilst complying with company policies and procedures and Health & Safety requirements.

Main Responsibilities

• To undertake Recovery and Transport on all applicable customer vehicles / Equipment in line with company and legal Health and Safety guidelines.
• Respond to all breakdowns in the designated time when allocated.
• Ensure all relevant electronic records are fully completed and accurate including any details and pictures that may assist the workshop.
• Liaise with the Workshop Office colleagues to provide updates on job status and progress where required
• Comply with Health and Safety Legislation and internal H&S procedures including use of company issued mobile tablets and company mobile phones.
• Ensure all Personal Protective Equipment is worn where necessary and is in good working order and condition.
• Ensure company vehicles are used in line with company policies / legal requirements and are kept clean and tidy after use.
• Ensure that all Recoveries are carried out in accordance with IVR training guidelines.
• Undertake vehicle manoeuvring around the workshop or airport as and when required where trained to do so and in conjunction with appropriate licences held.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required to support operational requirements.

About You

• Heavy Vehicle Recovery and Transport
• HGV C+E Driving Licence
• Tacho Card
• DCPC
• Customer oriented & service delivery focused
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Must be eligible to obtain a valid Airside Pass & Driving Permit

Desirable Experience:

• Motor industry environment.
• Airport industry environment.
• Exposure to Ground Support Equipment, HGV or Plant equipment.
• Good knowledge of mechanical engineering
• Lorry Loader Crane Certificate (ALLMI / ITSSAR or equivalent)
• IVR Training
• ADR
• D Licence
• IPAF / ITSSAR MEWP Certificate
• Forklift licence

Whats on Offer?

• 4 on 4 off day shift, 06.00 to 18.00.
• Starting salary will be £43,154 this can go up to £50,738 depending on experience, licences and certificates