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Recovery Driver – Based from Rainham
6.30am to 4pm
Overtime opportunities available.
We are one of the UK’s leading vehicle movement companies. Supporting a 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.
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.
• Full Motorcycle license as some moves will involve motorcycles.
• You must have a current Driver CPC
• Hold a digital tachograph card.
• Have a 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 demeaner 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 Class 1 status with
training given.
Benefits:
• 25 days holiday
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare scheme
• Uniform and mobile phone provided
• Training to gain category CE status, if required
