Driver 4 on 4 off shift pattern

September 22, 2024

Caldicot Group

Caldicot

FULL TIME

Job description
When it comes to roadside breakdown and recovery, we are a recognised household name in South Wales! The Caldicot Group is seeking applications for Class1 or 2 recovery drivers with vehicle mechanical knowledge to join our recovery team based out of Caldicot. The successful HGV Class Recovery Driver will join a friendly, professional, and hardworking team. The role will work directly with our 24-hour control room to carry out minor roadside repairs and recovery of vehicles in a professional manner while ensuring the safety of themselves and others at all times.
No two days are the same within the recovery industry, and the role will include a variety of vehicle incidents, including general breakdowns, road traffic collisions, and contracted police work. The vehicle recovery role involves the recovery of a vehicle following a breakdown or accident from the roadside to a final destination, which is primarily carried out within a 100-km radius working area, although at times you may be required to carry out longer-distance recoveries to any UK destination.
The role of a recovery operative is to attend breakdowns in all weathers, so you need to be prepared to work outside and sometimes in difficult conditions in order to recover vehicles and customers. We are seeking candidates who always aim to provide great customer service in a sometimes challenging environment, a person whose attitude is often seen as going 'above and beyond' to offer our customers a solution that fits their needs.
You will need to enjoy working with customers and be able to demonstrate a positive attitude in times of tolerance, sympathy, and understanding. A minimum of 1 year of driving experience in vehicles weighing 7500 kg or above is required. Mechanical knowledge is a preferred advantage but not essential. Full training will be provided relative to experience. An up-to-date digital tacho card is essential, and preference will be given to those who have achieved the required 35 hours of CPC training.
We offer a 4-on-4-off shift pattern, working a 12-hour shift from 09.00 a.m. to 21.00 p.m. Overtime is available.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £13.75 per hour
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