Vehicle Collection Driver Class 1

RB Global Inc.; Billingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Daily driver bonus

Dedicated vehicle

Full 1:1 company training

Free uniform and PPE

Free onsite parking

Ongoing training and career dev

28 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension plan with employer contrib

Job summary

Ritchie Bros. in the United Kingdom is seeking a Vehicle Collection Driver Class 1 (26T Truck Nights out) to collect accident damaged vehicles from client locations, loading and delivering safely with a winch and recovery trucks. You will measure heights and ensure compliance with height, weight and road safety rules.

Join a team offering training, benefits and career development. You will have a valid Class 1 licence, CPC and Tachograph, and ideally some recovery/car transporter experience;

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum 6 months HGV driving experience.
• Recovery or car transporter experience is advantageous (full training provided).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Safety-first mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, organised, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Collect allocated vehicles from client and customer locations.
• Load, secure and unload vehicles safely.
• Follow all legal and company driving regulations.
• Accurately measure and record vehicle heights before every journey.
• Communicate professionally with customers and colleagues.
• Maintain high standards of safety, accuracy, and customer service.

Skills

Valid Class 1 Driving Licence

CPC and Tachograph

HGV driving experience

Vehicle recovery / car transporter exp

Communication and customer service

Safety-first mindset

Self-motivated and reliable

Job description

Description

Vehicle Collection Driver Class 1 - (26T Truck Nights out)

Salary: Competitive basic + daily bonus + paid overtime

Are you an experienced Class 1 HGV driver looking for a fresh challenge? Do you have experience with vehicle recovery or car transporters?

Join IAA and take the next step in your driving career with a role that offers excellent earning potential, great benefits, and a supportive team environment.

The Role:

As a Vehicle Collection Driver Class 1, you’ll be responsible for collecting accident damaged vehicles from various customer and client locations. Using specially designed salvage/recovery trucks and a vehicle winch when required, you’ll ensure safe and compliant loading, securing and unloading of vehicles at all times.

You’ll also accurately measure and record vehicle heights before each journey, ensuring full compliance with height, weight, and road safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect allocated vehicles from client and customer locations
• Load, secure and unload vehicles safely
• Follow all legal and company driving regulations
• Accurately measure and record vehicle heights before every journey
• Communicate professionally with customers and colleagues
• Maintain high standards of safety, accuracy, and customer service

What You’ll Need:

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 6 months HGV driving experience
• Previous recovery or car transporter experience is advantageous (full training provided)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Safety-first mindset with excellent attention to detail
• Self-motivated, organised, and reliable

What We Offer:

• Hourly pay
• Daily driver bonus for each vehicle collected or delivered
• Dedicated vehicle
• Full 1:1 company training provided and IVR training provided
• Free uniform and PPE
• Free onsite parking
• Ongoing training and career development
• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Pension plan with 3.5% employer contribution

Employee Benefits:

• Access to Telus Health support services
• Discounted vehicle parts and non-auction cars
• Vodafone employee discount
• Paid volunteer day for a charity of your choice

Important Information:

This role is subject to satisfactory checks, including:

• Right to Work
• DBS

IAA also conducts random drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe working environment.

EEO Information

Ritchie Bros. is an equal opportunity employer and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with all applicable laws. This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Candidate selection is made by Talent Acquisition. Only electronic applications can be accepted.