Temp-to-Perm Roles - 6-month on Agency leading to permanent job
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Prestigious Company - Long-term Career Opportunity
20th October Start Date
Will consider freshly passed HGV drivers with previous commercial driving experience in either 7.5T or Bus/Coach and who has excellent Driving Hours and Tach knowledge
Fantastic opportunity helping people that have broken down!
Driving + Helping People + Paid Training + Uniform + Great Company + Good Rates = Best Job Ever!!
Introduction: We are the specialist agency for the Breakdown & Recovery Industry and are currently recruiting for one of the leading motoring organisations in the country! With over 10 years of experience working with this company, we can give you a full understanding of how rewarding being a Recovery Driver / Recovery Patrol is, and how you can combine your love of driving with your love of helping people.
Currently, we are recruiting the following role/s:
HGV Recovery Driver / Patrol Temp-to-Perm (6 months) Location: Luton / Dunstable Start Date: 20th October 2025 Company: One of the leading UK Breakdown & Recovery Organisation Job Status: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm (6-month contract)
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What is Temp-to-Perm?:
You start as a temporary driver with us (the agency) for 6 months.
During this time, youll receive training, company uniform, holiday pay, and will work your contracted full-time hours.
You'll be paid weekly on an authorised timesheet.
After successfully completing the probation period, you are offered a permanent contract directly with the company.
This gives you:
An opportunity to work for the UKs most respected breakdown organisation.
A clear career pathway with company training and experience driving Recovery vehicles.
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The Role:
Working as a Recovery Driver is highly rewarding as you are genuinely helping people in their time of need. Its interesting, and no two days are the same, so you'll never get bored! Working for this prestigious company, you will be required to:
Attend roadside breakdowns of light vehicles (cars/vans).
Load and transport to garages or home addresses.
Deliver excellent customer care in sometimes stressful situations.
Work in all weather conditions, independently and professionally.
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What You Need:
Licence:
HGV Class 2 (LGVC) or higher (max 6 points for minor offences, no DD/DR/CD).
Tacho & DCPC:
Required from day one.
Commercial Driving Experience:
Freshly passed HGV drivers will be considered however experience in a large vehicle/commercial driving is essential (7.5T or Bus/Coach).
Other Requirements:
Good understanding of Drivers Hours and Compliance.
Calm under pressure, self-motivated, and prepared to work in all weather conditions.
Strong people skills; must be able to communicate effectively with the general public in stressful and difficult situations.
(There is never a good time to break down, and people can be upset and worried, especially being by the side of the road.)
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Training:
2-week Induction Training Programme:
Week 1: Residential training in the Walsall (accommodation, travel, and food expenses paid).
Week 2: On-the-job training and mentoring from depot.
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Shift Pattern:
4 on / 4 off roster on Days Shifts
Average 40 hours per week across the year
Hours 08:00 to 19:00 (11 paid including breaks)
Overtime available at the End-of-Shift and additional days
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Pay and Benefits:
The company pays a lower overtime rate for the first 12-weeks:
First 12 Weeks:
Basic: £14.88 per hour
Overtime: £16.27 per hour
OTE: £33,000 per year
After 12 weeks worked:
Basic: £14.88 per hour
Overtime: £28.00 per hour
OTE: £35,000 per year
Note: Some Recovery Patrols can earn up to £40,000+ depending on hours worked plus additional incentives.
Permanent Employee Package: Once taken on permanently, additional benefits are added to the package including:
Additional bonuses and incentives.
Company pension.
Staff discounts and benefits programme
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Vetting:
They will require full vetting including:
Identity and Right to Work.
Referencing for 2 years.
DBS check.
Adverse Credit check.
Note: If you have any unspent criminal convictions or cautions in the UK or abroad, you MUST declare them at the time of applying. You will also need to tell us if you have any CCJs, IVA, or bankruptcies. All information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence and may determine if we can submit you for the position.
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Why This Role?
Combine driving with helping people in genuine need.
No multi-drops, no loading bay waits every day is different.
Paid training, uniform, great company reputation.
Long-term career with excellent benefits after permanent offer.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract
Contract length: 6 months
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