Location: Southampton
Pay: £16.00 per hour
Shifts: Days / Lates / Nights available
Extras: 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays, private medical cover, subsidised mobile phone allowance, overtime opportunities, performance-related bonuses, full training and ongoing support
Join a growing team in Southampton as an HGV Class 1 Recovery Driver, safely transporting and recovering a wide range of vehicles using specialist equipment while delivering excellent service to customers across the UK.
Key Responsibilities of an HGV Class 1 Recovery Driver
* Attend recovery jobs for a range of customers both locally and nationally
* Safely recover vehicles that cannot be repaired at the roadside
* Manage your workload independently using a PDA system
* Complete daily vehicle checks and ensure high standards are maintained
* Record job details accurately in line with company procedures
Skills and Qualifications for an HGV Class 1 Recovery Driver
Essential
* Full UK driving licence with Category C+E and valid DCPC
* Strong communication skills and confident dealing with customers and control
* Basic mechanical knowledge (training can be provided)
* Good geographical knowledge
* Flexible and adaptable to business needs
* Able to work independently and remain calm under pressure
* Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
* Vetting approval required to support West Midlands Police operations where applicable
Desirable
* Previous recovery experience
* ADR and IVR qualifications
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