HGV2 Recovery Driver - Nights

Northampton Business Directory; Stretford; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recovery service provider is seeking HGV Recovery Drivers in Stretford and surrounding areas. This full-time role offers a variety of responsibilities including attending roadside breakdowns and providing customer service. Ideal candidates will possess an HGV Class 2 license and enjoy problem-solving. Competitive pay with regular training and a pathway to permanent employment is available, making this a great opportunity for those passionate about helping others while driving.

Benefits

Paid training and uniform provided

Potential permanent position after contract

Additional bonuses and incentives

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 (LGV C) license or above required.
• Max 6 points for minor offences.
• No DD/DR/CD endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Attend roadside breakdowns of cars and vans.
• Recover and transport vehicles to garages or customers' homes.
• Provide calm, reassuring customer service in stressful situations.

Skills

Experience in HGV driving

Calm and professional customer service

Ability to work in all weather

Self-motivated

Confident dealing with the public

Education

Valid Driver CPC

Digital tachograph card

Job description

New Year – New Job: HGV Recovery Driver (Nights)

Locations: Stretford, Rotherham, Walsall, Northampton, Birmingham & Leeds

Available Start Dates: 12th January and 26th January 2026

Contract: Full-time, 4-month temp (via agency), weekly pay

(Extension or permanent offer may be possible depending on business needs.)

About the Role

We’re recruiting HGV Recovery Drivers to work for one of the UK’s leading breakdown and recovery organisations.

You’ll be:

• Attending roadside breakdowns of cars and vans
• Recovering and transporting vehicles to garages or customers’ homes
• Providing calm, reassuring customer service in stressful situations
• Working outdoors in all weather, independently and professionally

No multi-drops. No loading bay queues. Every day – and every breakdown – is different.

We are a specialist agency for the Breakdown & Recovery industry and have worked with this client for over 8 years, so we can give you a clear picture of the role and what to expect.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experienced HGV Class 2 drivers
• Newly passed Class 2 drivers with strong large vehicle/commercial experience

This role suits drivers who:

• Enjoy helping people, not just moving freight
• Want variety and problem-solving instead of repetitive routes
• Can stay calm and professional when customers are stressed or worried

Requirements

Licence:

• HGV Class 2 (LGV C) or above
• Max 6 points for minor offences
• No DD / DR / CD endorsements

Driver Cards & Compliance:

• Valid Driver CPC
• Digital tachograph card
• Good knowledge of Drivers’ Hours and compliance

Experience & Skills

- Prefer 1-year HGV driving experience however will accept freshly passed HGV drivers who have previous experience in either 7.5T vehicles or buses / coaches

- Confident dealing with the public

- Able to work in all weather conditions

- Self-motivated and calm under pressure

Training Provided

Full paid induction and training

• Week 1 – West Midlands: classroom and practical training
• Week 2 – West Midlands: further technical and operational training
• Week 3 – Local depot: on-the-job training and mentoring

All travel, accommodation and food expenses are paid during the first two weeks.

Shifts

• 5 on / 3 off day shift rota
• Average 44 hours per week over the year
• Hours: 20:00 – 06:00 (10 paid hours including breaks) – Overtime available at end of shifts and on extra days

Pay

First 12 weeks:

• Basic: £14.88 per hour
• Overtime: £16.27 per hour
• OTE: £34,700 per year

After 12 weeks worked (overtime rate increases in line with Agency Workers Regulations (AWR)):

• Basic: £14.88 per hour
• Overtime: £28.00 per hour
• Night Uplift: £120.60 per week
• OTE: £41,000 per year

Note: Some Recovery Patrols can earn up to £45,000+ depending on hours worked plus additional incentives.

Potential Permanent Package

If the client offers you a permanent role at the end of the temp contract, you can expect:

• Additional bonuses and incentives
• Company pension
• Staff discounts and benefits programme
• Clear long-term career paths within a major UK brand

(Please note: extension or permanent offers are not guaranteed.)

Vetting

Due to the nature of the role, full vetting is required:

• Identity and Right to Work checks
• 2 years of references
• DBS check
• Adverse credit check

You must declare any:

• Unspent criminal convictions or cautions (UK or abroad)
• CCJs, IVAs or bankruptcies

All information is treated in strict confidence but may affect suitability.

Why Apply?

• Combine professional driving with genuinely helping people
• No multi-drops or depot waiting around
• Paid training and uniform provided
• Work with a respected national motoring organisation
• Real potential for a long-term career