7.5T Recovery Driver

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

Job summary

A leading roadside assistance agency is hiring a Recovery Driver in Chessington. You'll provide essential roadside assistance, including attending to broken-down vehicles and performing basic repairs. With a pay of £15 per hour, full training is provided in a supportive environment, and there's potential for a permanent job. Shifts include a 6 on / 3 off rotation, averaging 56 hours per week with weekend and holiday work.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Overtime available

Vehicle workshop bonus

Temp-to-Perm opportunity

Qualifications

• Minimum 7.5T (LGV C1) driving license required.
• Previous 7.5T driving experience preferred.
• Reliable, flexible, and customer-focused mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Attend and assist broken-down vehicles at the roadside.
• Perform basic repairs like wheel changes and jump starts.
• Transport vehicles to the depot or customer's home.

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

• 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: Checks will include
  • Identity and Right to Work
  • DBS Criminal RecordsReferencing 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? (repeat)

• 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