HGV2 Recovery Driver - Days

F1 Personnel; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recovery agency in the UK is seeking experienced HGV Recovery Drivers to attend roadside breakdowns and transport vehicles. Drivers will work 4 on/4 off day shifts with an average pay starting at £14.88 per hour and potential earnings up to £40,000+. The role includes paid training, a dynamic working environment, and the opportunity for long-term career progression.

Benefits

Paid training

Company pension

Staff discounts and benefits programme

Qualifications

• Experience with HGV driving preferred, but new drivers with experience in 7.5T vehicles or buses accepted.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Self-motivated and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Attend roadside breakdowns of vehicles.
• Recover and transport vehicles to garages or customer's homes.
• Provide customer service in stressful situations.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Large vehicle experience

Education

HGV Class 2 Licence

Driver CPC

Job description

New Year

New Job :

HGV Recovery Driver (Days)

Locations :

Glasgow, Rotherham, Aylesford, Walsall, Hickstead, Northampton, Birmingham & Bradford

Available Start Dates :

5th January, 12th January and 26th January 2026

Contract :

Full-time, 4-month temp (via agency), weekly pay

(Extension or permanent offer may be possible depending on business needs.)

About the Role

Were recruiting HGV Recovery Drivers to work for one of the UKs leading breakdown and recovery organisations.

Youll be :

Attending roadside breakdowns of cars and vans

Recovering and transporting vehicles to garages or customers homes

Providing calm, reassuring customer service in stressful situations

Working outdoors in all weather, independently and professionally

No multi-drops. No loading bay queues. Every day

and every breakdown

is different.

We are a specialist agency for the Breakdown & Recovery industry and have worked with this client for over 8 years, so we can give you a clear picture of the role and what to expect.

Who Were Looking For

We welcome :

Experienced HGV Class 2 drivers

Newly passed Class 2 drivers with strong large vehicle / commercial experience

This role suits drivers who :

Enjoy helping people, not just moving freight

Want variety and problem-solving instead of repetitive routes

Can stay calm and professional when customers are stressed or worried

Requirements

Licence :

HGV Class 2 (LGV C) or above

Max 6 points for minor offences

No DD / DR / CD endorsements

Driver Cards & Compliance :

Valid Driver CPC

Digital tachograph card

Good knowledge of Drivers Hours and compliance

Experience & Skills

Prefer 1-year HGV driving experience however will accept freshly passed HGV drivers who have previous experience in either 7.5T vehicles or buses / coaches

Confident dealing with the public

Able to work in all weather conditions

Self-motivated and calm under pressure

Training Provided

Full paid induction and training

Week 1

Birmingham : classroom and practical training

Week 2

Walsall : further technical and operational training

Week 3

Local depot : on-the-job training and mentoring

All travel, accommodation and food expenses are paid during the first two weeks.

Shifts

4 on / 4 off day shift rota

Average 40 hours per week over the year

Hours : 08 : 00

19 : 00 (11 paid hours including breaks)

Overtime available at end of shifts and on extra days

Pay

Pay : First 12 weeks :

Basic : £14.88 per hour

Overtime : £16.27 per hour

Estimated OTE : £33,000 per year

After 12 weeks worked (overtime rate increases in-line with Agency Workers Regulations (AWR)) :

Basic :

£14.88 per hour

Overtime :

£28.00 per hour

Estimated OTE : £35,000 per year

Some Recovery Patrols can earn £40,000+ depending on hours worked and incentives.

Potential Permanent Package

If the client offers you a permanent role at the end of the temp contract, you can expect :

Additional bonuses and incentives

Company pension

Staff discounts and benefits programme

Clear long-term career paths within a major UK brand

(Please note : extension or permanent offers are not guaranteed.)

Vetting

Due to the nature of the role, full vetting is required :

Identity and Right to Work checks

2 years of references

DBS check

Adverse credit check

You must declare any :

Unspent criminal convictions or cautions (UK or abroad)

CCJs, IVAs or bankruptcies

All information is treated in strict confidence but may affect suitability.

Why Apply?

Combine professional driving with genuinely helping people

No multi-drops or depot waiting around

Paid training and uniform provided

Work with a respected national motoring organisation

Real potential for a long-term career