Recovery Driver – Permanent Nights – Runcorn

The AA; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakdown cover

Pension plan

Physio support

GP service

23 days holiday

Family breakdown discount

Job summary

The AA is hiring a Recovery Driver for permanent night shifts based from the Runcorn area. You will safely recover vehicles, reassure customers, and work independently across varied locations.

You’ll hold a Category C licence (CE preferred) with Driver CPC and tachograph card, and you’ll adapt to new tech while staying compliant with safety standards. Nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• Full Category C (HGV Class 2) licence required; CE licence preferred.
• Driver CPC and tachograph card required.
• Proficiency with new technology.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to work alone and stay composed.

Responsibilities

• Safely recover vehicles and reassure customers during breakdowns.
• Work independently across varied locations.
• Operate with compliance to safety standards and regulations.
• Represent The AA professionally and use recovery equipment effectively.
• Handle a wide range of roadside situations with calm and focus.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Problem solving

Flexible shifts

Independence

Education

Category C licence

Driver CPC

Category CE licence

Tools

Digital tachograph

In-vehicle tech tools

Job description

Recovery Driver – Permanent Nights – Runcorn

• Full-time
• Location: FIELD WORKER
• Business Unit: Roadside Services

Feel like your current job’s going nowhere fast? Shift gears with The AA.

Your earnings

We want to make the pay simple and clear from the start

• Salary: Guaranteed salary of £34,885 for CE (HGV Class 1) licence or £31,405 for C (HGV Class 2) licence
• An additional £7,000 per year for permanent night shifts, paid monthly at £584
• Our top performers can earn up to£48,000 for a CE licence, and £42,000 for a C licence (This includes base salary, incentives, and night shift allowance)

Shifts: Permanent nights on a rolling roster: 18 shifts in every 28 days, with two full weekends off.

Standard Shift Duration: 9 hours and 45 minutes, including a 45-minute break.

Flexibility Required: While standard shifts are under 10 hours, end-of-shift flexibility is essential. You may be required to work up to 12 hours (including breaks) depending on operational needs.

Depot Postcode: WA7 3EZ

To be eligible for this role you must live within 25 miles or 1 hour’s travel from the depot.

As an HGV Recovery Driver, you’ll often work independently, but the moment you step out of your truck, you become a source of calm and confidence. With empathy and resilience, you’ll support members through stressful moments, using your technical expertise to recover vehicles safely and efficiently. Whether it’s transporting a vehicle to a garage or helping someone reach their destination, you’ll make a real difference in their day and their journey.

What will I be doing?

• 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 your technical skills and calm approach to handle a wide range of roadside situations.
• Staying solution-focused and compliant with EU Regulations & WTD, representing The AA with professionalism and a drive to always “Push for Better.”

What do I need?

• A full Category C (HGV Class 2) driving licence is essential. If you already hold a Category CE (HGV Class 1) licence — great! If not, don’t worry — we’ll support you in gaining it.
• A valid Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) and a digital tachograph card.
• Confidence using and adapting to new technology — we’ll provide the tools; you bring the curiosity.
• Flexibility to work shift patterns, including weekends and Bank Holidays because breakdowns don’t stick to a schedule.
• Previous experience of working regular or permanent night shifts would be desirable, along with a good understanding of the importance of rest and recovery when working permanent night shifts.

Why join the AA?

• Guaranteed earnings of £34,885 for CE (HGV Class 1) licence or £31,405 for C (HGV Class 2) licence
• Our top performers earn up to £41,000 for a CE licence, and £35,000 for a C licence
• The independence of working out on the road
• The right support, specialist recovery equipment, tools and technology to help you work safely, recover vehicles efficiently and deliver a high-quality service to every customer.
• The opportunity to build your career with one of the UK’s most recognised motoring brands
• Free breakdown cover from day one
• 50% discount for friends and family on breakdown cover
• 23 days’ holiday, increasing with service
• Up to 7% company pension contribution
• Free physio and 24/7 virtual GP support
• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 remote GP service

Plus, so much more!
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds. At The AA, you’re encouraged to be yourself, thrive in your role, and feel like you truly belong.

The £7,008 annual Permanent Night Shift Payment (£584 per month) is paid alongside your salary, subject to statutory deductions, in the same month the night shifts are worked. Payment continues during authorised paid leave while you remain assigned to permanent nights and ceases immediately if you move to a different shift pattern. This allowance is non-contractual, non-pensionable and may be reviewed, amended, or withdrawn.