HGV Recovery Driver: Calm, Independent Roadside Support

The AA; Rugby; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days leave

Pension scheme

Free AA breakdown service

Discounts on AA products

Life assurance

Learning & development

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The AA is seeking an HGV Recovery Driver to support members by safely recovering vehicles and providing reassurance during breakdowns. You’ll operate independently across varied locations while being part of a supportive team.

The role requires a Category C licence, Driver CPC, and a willingness to gain a Category CE licence. You’ll work rolling shifts and be eligible for company benefits.

Qualifications

• > A full Category C (HGV Class 2) driving licence is essential.
• > If CE licence held, great and we’ll support you in gaining it.
• > Valid Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) and a digital tachograph card.
• > Flexibility to work shifts evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Delivering exceptional service by safely recovering vehicles and reassuring customers during breakdowns, helping them get back on the road quickly.
• Working independently across varied locations and conditions, while remaining a valued part of a supportive team.
• Solving problems on the spot using technical skills and a calm approach to handle roadside situations.
• Staying solution-focused and compliant with EU Regulations and WTD, representing The AA with professionalism.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Problem solving

Tech-savvy

Education

Category C (HGV Class 2) licence

Driver CPC

Digital tachograph card

Category CE (HGV Class 1) licence (advantage)

Tools

Digital tachograph

Job description

The AA is seeking an HGV Recovery Driver to support members by safely recovering vehicles and providing reassurance during breakdowns. You’ll operate independently across varied locations while being part of a supportive team.

The role requires a Category C licence, Driver CPC, and a willingness to gain a Category CE licence. You’ll work rolling shifts and be eligible for company benefits.