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DLG is evolving. Across every facet of our business, our teams are embracing new opportunities and putting customers at the heart of everything they do. By joining our Auto Services team, you’ll become part of a network of repair centres with a simple mission: to deliver high-quality repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible for over 100,000 customers. Looking to the future, you can too. From technical skills to customer relations, this is a place where you can thrive. We’ve got this!
What You'll Do
The technologies used in Body Shops are evolving daily, helping us reshape the vehicle repair industry. We are excited to expand our teams and are looking for individuals to join us as a Driver.
* Drive Recovery Vans: While a HGV Licence is not required, you should be willing and able to drive our 3.5t recovery vans, which can be operated with a standard driving license.
This is a permanent role, 40 hours a week. All roles are central to our Auto Services business. You should be enthusiastic, upbeat, and committed to delivering excellent repair services.
As a Driver, bring your previous experience, work to deadlines, and meet customer needs. You will report to your Transport Controller.
What you'll need:
Health and Safety compliance and industry standards are vital. You will ensure safety at every stage, follow Audatex estimates, observe DLGAS procedures, and adhere to BS10125 standards.
* Responsibility for collecting cars within agreed times, providing excellent customer service during collection and delivery, processing transactions per company procedures.
* Complete damage forms, take photos, and obtain customer signatures.
* Identify and report any vehicle defects during loading/unloading and handover to the Production Manager.
* Reference and file all jobs upon completion.
Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, with skills including:
* Experience driving recovery vehicles.
* Customer-focused with excellent handling skills.
* Knowledge of the local area.
* Current valid driving license meeting fleet insurance criteria.
Benefits
We value our colleagues and offer benefits designed to support your lifestyle:
* 9% employer-contributed pension
* 50% off home, motor, and pet insurance; free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover
* Optional Health and Dental insurance
* EV car scheme for leasing electric or hybrid vehicles
* Generous holidays
* Buy as you earn share scheme
* Employee discounts and cashback
* And more
Our benefits go beyond financial rewards, supporting work-life balance, flexibility, and personal well-being. We aim to recognize the whole person and their lifestyle.
Be yourself
Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team.
Additional Information
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Insurance
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