HGV Recovery Driver
Weston Recovery Services
Weston-super-Mare
Location
Weston-super-Mare, England
Summary
We are seeking a skilled recovery technician to join our team at Weston Recovery Services. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for recovering vehicles on behalf of police and highways ensuring a rapid response and ensuring incidents are cleared as quickly as possible.
When no police or highways recoveries are required, you will assist with local recovery work. Due to the on-call nature of this role, you will not be required to use a drivers tachograph card and will work inside of our 100km tachograph exemption.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the recovery of vehicles from various locations as directed.
- Perform routine maintenance checks on recovery vehicles to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Communicate effectively with team members and clients regarding recovery operations.
- Drive flatbed and other recovery vehicles as needed for transport.
- Maintain accurate records of recovered vehicles and related documentation.
- Support yard operations when necessary, including loading and unloading vehicles.
Requirements
- Proven experience in commercial driving or vehicle recovery preferred, but training is provided.
- Strong mechanical knowledge to as...