7.5T Recovery Driver

F1 Personnel Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading roadside assistance firm is seeking a Recovery Driver in Chessington. The role involves helping individuals by attending broken down vehicles and providing basic repairs or transportation. Full training will be provided, and the position offers competitive pay of £15 per hour with a potential yearly OTE of £43,600. This position is a temp-to-perm opportunity with a rotating shift schedule.

Benefits

Vehicle taken home during shifts

Paid training

Potential bonuses and incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum 7.5T (LGV C1) driving license required.
• Hold current Drivers Qualification Card (DCPC) & Tacho Card.
• Maximum 6 points for minor endorsements, no DD, DR, IN, CD.

Responsibilities

• Attend broken down vehicles by the roadside.
• Provide basic repairs such as wheel changes and jump starts.
• Transport vehicles that can't be repaired.

Skills

7.5T driving experience

Customer-focused

Reliable

Flexible

Professional driving record

Job description

Recovery Driver - Chessington

£15 per hour | Vehicle Taken Home | Start Immediately | Weekly Pay

F1 Personnel are an agency working with this well‑established and highly respected local company providing Roadside Assistance, Vehicle Recovery and Repair services based in Chessington.

No recovery experience? No problem - full training is provided within a supportive team environment!

Why This Role?

• Helping people in a time of need by attending broken down vehicles by the roadside.
• Providing basic repairs just as wheel changes and jump starts OR Transporting vehicles that can't be repaired to the depot, local garage or customer's home address.

Pay & Benefits:

• Basic Pay: £15 per hour
• Overtime: Available
• Bonuses & Incentives: Vehicle workshop bonus
• OTE Pay per Year: £43,600

Truck: Can take truck home whilst on shift so minimal travel to work costs.

Temp-to-Perm Opportunity: this is a Temporary role with the potential for a contract extension or permanent job offer (depending upon the business need).

Shifts:

6 on / 3 off, rotating on a 4‑week roster:

• Week 1: 06:00‑18:00
• Week 2: 08:00‑20:00
• Week 3: 10:00‑22:00
• Week 4: 18:00‑06:00

Average Hours per Week: 56

Will include weekend and Bank Holiday working as part of the roster.

Training: Full recovery training provided.

Skills & Experience: All candidates must have the following:

Driving Requirements:

• Minimum 7.5T (LGV C1)
• Maximum 6 points for minor endorsements, no DD, DR, IN, CD
• Hold current Drivers Qualification Card (DCPC) & Tacho Card

Personal Attributes:

• Previous 7.5T driving experience
• Reliable, flexible, and customer‑focused
• Able to work on own initiative and in all weathers
• Professional and safe driving record

Vetting:

• Identity and Right to Work
• DBS Criminal Records
• Referencing for 2‑years

Note: If you have any unspent criminal convictions or cautions in the UK or abroad, you MUST declare them at the time of applying. All information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence and may determine if we can submit you for the position.

Why This Role?

• Combine driving with helping people in genuine need.
• No multi‑drops, no loading bay waits - every day is different.
• Paid training, great company reputation.
• Potential for a Long‑term career