Recovery Driver - Night Shift 

Hours : Monday - Friday 8pm-5.30am (including breaks)

We are looking for three drivers to cover either of these locations - Rainham /  Wimbledon / Heathrow

Salary

• £37060 plus £3000 night shift allowance - C Drivers increasing to a basic salary of £39060 on achievement of Class 1 status.
• £39060 plus £3000 night shift allowance for CE Drivers 

Our client is a leading vehicle movement company and due to securing a new high-profile contract to move specialist support vehicles across London and surrounding areas, they are now looking to recruit and expand the team with more drivers who want 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.

Recovery Driver - 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

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.
• 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)

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

Please contact either Maria or Liz at Commercial Recruitment for an informal chat.