Overview
Hough Green Garage is a market leader in 24-hour Breakdown & Recovery Services, established for over 40 years. We operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for Local Authorities, Blue Light Emergency Services and Motoring Organisations as well as private companies on a national basis.
Due to an increase in work volumes and the commencement of new contracts, we are recruiting additional Class 2 vehicle Recovery Drivers. This is a varied and fast-paced role requiring a an do attitude, the ability to thrive under pressure, and the capability to work on own initiative, developing a dynamic and adaptive approach to all manner of recovery scenarios while delivering fast, efficient and professional service to our customers.
Successful candidates will be required to attend Breakdowns & Accidents while working on motorways and main roads throughout our operational area. Hough Green Garage operates a modern fleet of over 200 vehicles ensuring our vehicles and staff can deal with any eventuality. Full IVR accredited training is provided, and career progression is available to all staff, enabling additional skills and even licence qualifications during the course of employment. Based at our Bodelwyddan Depot LL18 5TY you will be required to work a 4 on 2 off shift pattern, 12-hour shifts. We have both day and night shifts available. Day shifts do have on-call requirements which will be discussed at interview.
Hourly rate is up to £15.00 per hour (dependent on shift and experience), plus callout & overtime. Alternative shifts may be considered, and this will be discussed at interview.
If you feel you are a suitable candidate, please apply and a member of our recruitment team will be in contact.
The Person / Qualifications
* Full valid UK driving Licence
* Proven experience and qualifications as a 7.5-ton / Class 2 driver (vehicle recovery experience is an advantage but not essential)
* A minimum of a Category C1 Driving Licence, along with DCPC and a Digital Drivers Card
* Thrives under pressure; flexible with shifts
* Excellent communication skills, able to speak face-to-face with customers (often in stressful circumstances)
* Desire to assist customers by going the extra mile; keen eye for detail
* Clean past record and ability to pass police vetting
* Excellent geographical knowledge of the local area
* Basic mechanical knowledge
* Ability and motivation to work on your own initiative and resolve challenging situations
* Take pride in being part of the Hough Green Garage team
The Role / Responsibilities
* Daily checks / walk-arounds at the start of every shift
* Weekly vehicle inventory checks
* General housekeeping on our vehicles and depots/yards
* Ensure safe removal / delivery of all customer vehicles
* Complete job requirements on company-issued PDAs
* Assisting office staff with moving cars in/out of the yard when required
* Competitive rates of pay
* Permanent roles
* Overtime available
* Weekly pay
* Full training provided; IVR qualification
* Personal protective equipment / uniform provided
Benefits & Terms
Based at the Bodelwyddan Depot LL18 5TY with a 4 on 2 off shift pattern, 12-hour shifts. Day and night shifts available. On-call requirements for day shifts will be discussed at interview. The role offers ongoing training, progression opportunities, and a supportive employer with modern fleet and equipment.
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