Title: Recovery Driver (Basingstoke)

Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire, South East, RG24 8NE, UK

Company: The AA Group

Recovery Driver - Basingstoke

Push for Better. Join The AA.

As our Roadside Recovery Driver, youll go the extra mile for our customers.

Anything can happen whilst driving, but its OK we are the AA! We get everyone back on the road safely and get their day moving again.

On Target Earnings: £44,720 for CE, £39,065 for C

Salary: Guaranteed minimum c. £37,460 for CE (HGV 1) license, £34,088 for C (HGV 2) license

*This includes a location allowance*

Depot Postcode: RG24 8NE

Shifts: Rolling Roster, 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) plus bank holidays
• 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

Youll be the friendly face of the UKs largest motoring organisation. To our customers, youre the superhero. Ready for anything, youll be there for them, anytime, anywhere and in any weather. Youll 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, youre 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 weathers.
• A fixer/problem solver: Youre 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 OR 1 hours travel from the depot postcode included in advert.
• A full driving category C driving licence (HGV 2). Ideally youll hold the CE (HGV 1) licence too, although this isnt essential as we can help you with this.
• Alongside this, youll 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, youll have access to a range of fully supported development programmes, designed to help you progress your career with us.

Whether youre looking to grow in your current role, or learn new skills and take on greater responsibilities, we will help you build the career youre 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.

Youll 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.

Ready for anything? Apply Today

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