Recovery Driver: £41k OTE, Flexible Shifts, Roadside Recovery

The AA; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Pension plan

Breakdown membership from Day 1

Discounts on AA products

Life assurance

Learning and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The AA is looking for an HGV Recovery Driver to join our roadside support team. You will operate on a rolling roster, recover vehicles safely, and provide calm, confident assistance to members across varied locations.

You will need a full Category C (HGV Class 2) licence, a valid Driver CPC, and a tachograph card, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays. On Target Earnings range £35,000–£41,000 depending on licence.

Qualifications

• A full Category C (HGV Class 2) driving licence is essential.
• If you hold Category CE (HGV Class 1) licence — great; The AA will support you in gaining it.
• A valid Driver CPC and a digital tachograph card are required.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.

Responsibilities

• Delivering exceptional service by safely recovering vehicles and reassuring customers during breakdowns.
• Working independently across varied locations and conditions while being part of a supportive team.
• Solving problems on the spot using technical skills and a calm approach.
• Staying compliant with EU Regulations & WTD and representing The AA professionally.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Driver CPC

Digital tachograph card

Tools

HGV driving licence handling

Job description

The AA is looking for an HGV Recovery Driver to join our roadside support team. You will operate on a rolling roster, recover vehicles safely, and provide calm, confident assistance to members across varied locations.

You will need a full Category C (HGV Class 2) licence, a valid Driver CPC, and a tachograph card, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays. On Target Earnings range £35,000–£41,000 depending on licence.