HGV Class 1 Recovery Drivers
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Position Overview & Specifications
Igloo is currently recruiting for HGV class 1 drivers for one of our clients based in Nottingham. Our clients are a nationwide recovery company who deal with helping drivers who have broken down vehicles at the roadside 365 days a year.
You will be required to collect vehicles that have not be able to get started by the mechanics, you will then have to take the customers vehicle to a chosen location for repair.
About the Job
- Collecting vehicles from the roadside, driving a flatbed recovery truck
- Dealing with customers who might be upset, angry, afraid, or impatient
- Taking the vehicle to a chosen destination
- Giving excellent customer service
What we are looking for
- Hold a UK HGV Class 1 licence for a minimum of 12 months
- Have an up-to-date CPC and Digi card
- No more then 6 Points for minor offences
- Be a Confident driver
- Have good communication skills as you will be dealing with all types of customers
- Happy to work in all weather conditions
- Be able to pass a background check and a credit check
What We Offer
- Full training on how to operate the trailer and deal with customers (training is offsite with all expenses covered)
- Help and support from our team of consultants
If you are interested in this position, please click on the apply button and upload a copy of your CV for one of our consultants to give you a call back.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Taxi & Car Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV Class 1 Recovery Drivers roles across Igloo Automotive's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Taxi & Car Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £17 - £18 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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