Vehicle Recovery Operator (Class 2 - Night Shift)
Shift: 18:00 \- 06:00 \- Four on four off
About RS Recovery Ltd
RS Recovery Ltd is an award‑winning, nationwide provider of roadside assistance and vehicle recovery services. For over 40 years, we’ve been a trusted partner to commercial and private customers across the UK \- delivering reliable, 24/7 support, 365 days a year.
We are now looking for an experienced and motivated HGV Class 2 Recovery Driver to join our team based at our Tipton depot.
We specialise in commercial vehicle recovery and operate a modern fleet of custom‑built recovery vehicles. Our work spans commercial dealerships, bus and coach operators, heavy haulage companies and more.
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
- Support West Midlands Police and Highways England contracts
- Accurately document job details and maintain appropriate records in accordance with company procedures
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 driving license and valid DCPC
- ADR and IVR preferred but not essential
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise 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
Following a comprehensive induction, you will receive a competitive hourly rate from £14\-15 per hour depending on experience, as well as on going support and training.
In addition, you will receive:
- 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
Work Location: In person
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