Job Description
Job role- Roadside Recovery Driver
Location- Addlestone - KT15 2QF
Rate- £ 18.91 per hour (HGV1), £ 17.24 per hour (HGV2)
Shift - Mixed Shift
Contract - End of Sep 2026
Job Description
As our Roadside Recovery Driver, you'll go the extra mile for our customers.
Anything can happen whilst driving, but it's OK we are the AA! We get everyone back on the road safely and get their day moving again.
This is the job
You'll be the friendly face of the UK's largest motoring organisation. To our customers, you're the superhero. Ready for anything, you'll be there for them, anytime, anywhere and in any weather. You'll get their day moving again by using your technical skills to load vehicles onto your truck and getting the vehicle and customer to a garage for repair, or wherever they need to be.
What will I be doing?A communicator: You're great with your customers, you're the calming influence, reassuring and professional in all situations, ensuring your customer feels safe and that their needs are being taken care of.A self-starter: You will be content working independently, as well as collaborating as part of a team, driving to different locations in all weathersA fixer/problem solver: You're someone who thrives in all situations! You will revel in utilising your expertise to solve a variety of issues
What do I need?To be eligible for this role you must live within 25 miles and 1 hours travel from the depot - postcode included in advertA full driving category C driving licence (HGV 2). Ideally, you'll hold the CE (HGV 1) licence too, although this isn't essential as we can help you with this.Alongside this, you'll need a Driver CPC (certificate of professional competence) qualification, and a digital drivers/tachograph cardTo be comfortable adapting to new technology- training will be providedTo be happy working shifts, which include evenings, nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays
Additional information
As a valued team member, you'll have access to a range of fully supported development programmes, designed to help you progress your career with us.
Whether you're looking to grow in your current role, or learn new skills and take on greater responsibilities, we will help you build the career you're looking for.
Here at the AA we understand diversity and value the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, are empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong.
Additional details
Two weeks of training will be provided. The first week will be conducted online, during which a mobile phone and tablet will be issued (Monday to Friday). The second week of training will take place in Oldbury; expenses will be covered, and a car will be provided.
Candidates with a Class 1 or Class 2 license will be given preference. Working hours are from 6 PM to 6 AM, with a 40-hour work week. A rota will be provided four weeks in advance.
Interviews will be conducted online in the first or second week of April. A bonus of up to £1,000 is available until the end of the contract.
The position is for a Roadside Recovery Driver, where you will help customers whose vehicles have broken down. Your main job is to recover the vehicle safely and transport the customer and their car to a garage or another location they request.
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