Vehicle Collection Driver Class 1

Ritchie Bros.; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily driver bonus

Free uniform and PPE

Paid volunteer day

Job summary

Join Ritchie Bros. as a Vehicle Collection Driver Class 1 in Gloucester, where you’ll handle the collection of accident-damaged vehicles, ensuring safety and compliance throughout. The role offers competitive pay including daily bonuses and paid overtime.

With excellent benefits such as personalized training, 28 days holiday, and a pension plan, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining high standards of customer service and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months HGV driving experience required.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card are necessary.
• Previous recovery or car transporter experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collect allocated vehicles from client and customer locations.
• Load, secure and unload vehicles safely.
• Follow all legal and company driving regulations.

Skills

Valid Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence

Strong communication and customer service skills

Safety-first mindset with excellent attention to detail

Self-motivated and organised

Job description

About Us

IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), a Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers company (NYSE: RBA) and (TSX: RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles. Leveraging leading‑edge technology and focusing on innovation, IAA’s unique platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total‑loss, damaged and low‑value vehicles.

Job Description

Vehicle Collection Driver Class 1

Location: Banbury or Gloucester site

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 and IVR training provided
• Free uniform and PPE
• Free onsite parkingOngoing 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

We also conduct random drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe working environment.

Equal Opportunity Employment

IAA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fairness, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of employment.