Roamer/Tramper Driver

Copart UK Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading vehicle remarketing and recycling company as a Roamer/Tramper HGV Driver. You will be responsible for collecting and delivering vehicles while fulfilling operational needs across various centres. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits including additional allowances, holiday time, and health plans, making it a rewarding position for dedicated professionals.

Benefits

Healthcare Cash Plan

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Paid volunteering day

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted share purchases

Life Assurance

Fitness and health discounts

Exclusive discounts on everyday purchases

Mortgage Advice and Life Coaching

Qualifications

• Essential HGV/LGV Licence Class 1 required.
• Current CPC needed.
• Good understanding of EC Drivers Hours and Working Time regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver accident damaged vehicles.
• Conduct internal and external vehicle checks and inspections.
• Travel to various operation centres for support.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

HGV/LGV Licence, Class 1

Current CPC

Job description

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We are currently recruiting for a Roamer/Tramper HGV Driver to join our team, working from our Operation Centre in East Kilbride, G75 0SB.

Copart is the global leader in online vehicle remarketing and recycling, working in partnership with many of the world's leading insurance companies, banks, automotive dealers, fleet, and rental car companies.

Your home location will be East Kilbride, but you will be required to travel to other operation centres to assist them with holiday cover and increased workload. You will complete 3 to 4 overnights per week, for which you will receive an additional overnight allowance payment.

A Copart Roamer/Tramper HGV Driver, collects and delivers predominantly accident damaged vehicles of all shapes, sizes, and conditions on our salvage transporters and therefore the role can be physically demanding. We work on behalf of our insurance and automotive customers, to service agreements.They will carry out internal and external checks on their trucks and equipment and report any defects, photograph any damage, and carry out inspections of all collected and delivered vehicles.Copart Drivers must comply with legal and company requirements of a professional driver and operate the vehicle and loading equipment in a safe and efficient manner, following all H&S policies and procedures.

A reasonable salary expectation based on an average on 6 vehicle collections per day, would be approx. £48,082, plus additional allowances of £3,000 per year, and £45 per night (£30 of which is tax free) for each overnight stay.

What we need from you:

• It's essential that you possess an HGV/LGV Licence, Class 1
• Current CPC
• A good understanding of the EC Drivers Hours and Working Time regulations using a tachograph
• Driving experience in both rural and urban environments
• Great communication skills, both written and verbal
• Flexibility
• Strong attention to detail
• Confident in the use of handheld devices, with experience in the use of basic IT applications
• Adaptable, with the ability to organise and adjust your working day
• Car transportation or recovery experience would be an advantage, but isn't essential

What we offer you in return:

• Monday to Friday working
• Additional allowance of £3,000 per year plus an overnight allowance payment of £45 per night (£30 of which is tax free)
• Time For You: Relax with 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and an extra day for a personal special occasion.
• Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cash back on a range of healthcare products and services including dental, optical, chiropody, and specialist consultations, tests, and scans and Virtual GP access.
• Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security.
• Investment: Purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate.
• Fitness & Health: Save money while commuting with our Cycle to Work Scheme and access fitness videos and gym discounts.
• Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with our life insurance coverage.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our deals hub for savings on everyday purchases and family activities.
• Goal Support: Use tools like Mortgage Advice, Life Coaching, and our Money Hub to achieve your goals.

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references

Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.