Recovery Driver – Addlestone London Nights

Automobile Association; Addlestone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motoring organization in Addlestone is seeking a Recovery Driver to assist customers with vehicle breakdowns. The successful candidate will hold a full driving category C licence and be comfortable working night shifts. This position offers a range of benefits including competitive pay, uniform, and comprehensive training. You will play a crucial role in getting customers back on the road safely and efficiently.

Benefits

Free breakdown cover from day one

Equivalent of 23 days holidays

Up to 7% company pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must live within 25 miles or 1 hour from the depot.
• Full HGV 2 driving licence required; CE (HGV 1) preferred.
• Digital driver's/tachograph card required.

Responsibilities

• Load vehicles onto the truck and transport to repair.
• Provide friendly service to customers in all situations.
• Work shifts including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Skills

Driving category C licence

Driver CPC qualification

Adapting to new technology

Job description

Recovery Driver - Addlestone London Nights

Business Area

Reference

VRD01459

Contract Type

Full Time

Location

Addlestone

Closing Date

31-01-2026

Company Description/ Business Unit

Push for Better. Join The AA.

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 includes a location allowance *

This is a nights position only.

Depot Postcode: KT15 2QF

• Shifts: Rolling Rosta, working 18 out of 28 days with 2 weekends off. Standard Shifts are 9 hours 45 mins. (Inc. 45 min break) End of shift flexibility is required meaning you may work up to 12 hours in a shift inc. break
• Bring your best self and we provide the rest, including; full Uniform, Boots, and the best available equipment!
• Free breakdown cover from day one
• Equivalent of 23 days holidays (increases with service)
• Up to 7% company pension contribution
• Join a famous brand that our customers love, with industry leading training
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family

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?

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 do I need?

• To be eligible for this role you must live within 25 miles OR 1 hours travel from the depot – postcode included in advert.
• A 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 card.
• To be comfortable adapting to new technology- training will be provided.
• To 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.

You’ll also have access to a range of benefits such as:

• Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
• Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
• Company funded life assurance

You can apply today by clicking on the link below and filling out a short application form. Your application will then be reviewed before we arrange an online interview assessment .

As part of the onboarding process, we complete several pre-employment checks including drug and Alcohol checks, work references, credit and criminal record checks.