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Vehicle Recovery Driver

Posted 3 days ago

  • Hatton, Greater London
  • Permanent
  • £36,894 to £50,738 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In 25 days

Red Sky Personnel are currently recruiting for a Recovery Driver at Heathrow Airport. Reporting into the Operations Manager, you will be expected to carry out Heavy Recovery, Transport, Hiab movements, driving duties and driver checks on a wide range of vehicles and equipment in a timely and efficient manner, whilst complying with company policies and procedures and Health & Safety requirements.

Main Responsibilities


  • To undertake Recovery and Transport on all applicable customer vehicles / Equipment in line with company and legal Health and Safety guidelines.
  • Respond to all breakdowns in the designated time when allocated.
  • Ensure all relevant electronic records are fully completed and accurate including any details and pictures that may assist the workshop.
  • Liaise with the Workshop Office colleagues to provide updates on job status and progress where required
  • Comply with Health and Safety Legislation and internal H&S procedures including use of company issued mobile tablets and company mobile phones.
  • Ensure all Personal Protective Equipment is worn where necessary and is in good working order and condition.
  • Ensure company vehicles are used in line with company policies / legal requirements and are kept clean and tidy after use.
  • Ensure that all Recoveries are carried out in accordance with IVR training guidelines.
  • Undertake vehicle manoeuvring around the workshop or airport as and when required where trained to do so and in conjunction with appropriate licences held.
  • Carry out other reasonable duties as required to support operational requirements.

About You


  • Vehicle Recovery and Transport
  • HGV C+E Driving Licence
  • Tacho Card
  • DCPC
  • Customer oriented & service delivery focused
  • Good knowledge of health and safety regulations
  • Must be eligible to obtain a valid Airside Pass & Driving Permit

Desirable Experience:


  • Motor industry environment.
  • Airport industry environment.
  • Exposure to Ground Support Equipment, HGV or Plant equipment.
  • Good knowledge of mechanical engineering
  • Lorry Loader Crane Certificate (ALLMI / ITSSAR or equivalent)
  • IVR Training
  • ADR
  • D Licence
  • IPAF / ITSSAR MEWP Certificate
  • Forklift licence

Whats on Offer?


  • 4 on 4 off day shift, 06.00 to 18.00.
  • Starting salary will be £36,894 this can go up to £50,738 depending on experience, licences and certificates.