RS Recovery Ltd is an award-winning, nationwide provider of roadside assistance and vehicle recovery services. For over 40 years, we have been a trusted partner for both commercial and private customers, delivering around-the-clock support, 365 days a year.
Named Commercial Motor Breakdown and Recovery Operator of the Year 2019 & 2020, RS Recovery are committed to delivering exceptional service to the transport industry. From a family-run business to one of the UK's largest nationwide providers for roadside assistance and vehicle recovery, our commitment to our customers and dedication to excellence is reflected in the long-standing relationships we've built with major companies across the industry.
In further recognition of this, we're proud to have won the RAC Commercial Contractor of the Year award two years in a row, as well as their Outstanding Contribution award and National Contractor of the Year four times over.
About the role
Due to continued growth, RS Recovery are recruiting an experienced HGV Class 1 or 2 driver to join our team based from our Southampton depot. Applicants will be given full training and will be required to work as part of an on-call rota.
We specialise in commercial vehicle recovery and provide an exceptional service with custom-built recovery vehicles to commercial dealerships, established bus and coach companies, heavy haulage and more. We don't just do heavy recovery, have the equipment and expertise to carry out out all kinds of other vehicle recovery, including cars, motorbikes, caravans and motorhomes.
Your role will include but won't be limited to the following:
* Attend recoveries for a variety of customers in a safe and timely manner, recoveries may be local or national for vehicles that cannot be repaired at roadside
* Self-manage jobs via PDA from allocation through to completion
* Carry out daily checks and maintain trucks to a high standard
* Accurately document job details and maintain appropriate records in accordance with company procedures
What you need to succeed
This is a varied role in a fast paced industry, therefore the following skills and attributes are required:
* Previous recovery experience desired but not essential, training can be provided for the right candidate
* A full valid driving license
* Minimum Category C+E driving license and valid DCPC
* ADR and IVR preferred but not essential
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liase directly with customers and control
* Basic mechanical knowledge, further training can be provided for the right candidate
* Good geographical knowledge
* A flexible approach to meet the needs of the business
* The ability to work alone and use initiative to solve problems in high-pressure situations
* Vetting Approval required to support West Midlands Police operations where applicable
* Capable of working in all weather conditions
What you'll receive in return
Following a comprehensive induction, you will receive a competitive hourly rate ranging from £15-16 per hour depending on experience, as well as on going support and training.
* 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
* Overtime opportunities
* Company uniform and PPE
* Private medical cover following three years of employment
* Discretionary performance related bonuses and incentives
* Subsidised mobile phone allowance
* Pension contributions
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00-£16.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
Work Location: In person