Truck driving Work, Jobs in London Eng (with Salaries)

Recovery Driver
MKS RECOVERY LTD —London
- £150 a day
- Overtime
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- Driving
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Driver/vehicle collection operative
SM Mechanical —Mitcham
- £30,000 - £34,000 a year
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Driving
- In-person
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Driver
Marshall Motor Group —London
- Overtime
- Sales
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Tipper Driver
Stef & Philips —London
- £30,000 - £33,000 a month
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Referral programme
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Truck Driver
Noorrout Company Ltd —North London
- £180 - £200 a day
- Full-time
- Driving
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Free parking
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Warehouse Operative Nights
Vegetarian Express —Watford
- £28,500 a year
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Warehouse experience
- In-person
- Free parking
- Life insurance
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Driver/Loader
Serco Plc —Twickenham
- £41,629 a year
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
Linehaul Driver
Evri —Croydon
- £41,535 a year
- Night shift
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Freelance House Clearance & Waste Removal Contractor
Yamra Clearance & Logistics —London
- £12.21 - £52.65 an hour
- Power tools
- Construction
- In-person
- Flexitime
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Delivery Driver/Valeter
Crystal Claims Management —London
- £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
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HGV Refuse Driver
Serco Group —London
- £40,183.48 a year
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
CSCS Card Holder Event Crew
Showforce —London
- £13.95 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Travel
- Flexible schedule
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Workshop / Goods In Support
Xquisite Pr Ltd —Merstham
- £15 - £16 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Forklift
- Warehouse experience
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Gym membership
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3.5 and 7.5 Service Driver
A1 Loo Hire —Grays
- £13 an hour
- Overtime
- Sales
- Customer service
- Driving
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LTR HGV 1 Drivers - Night Shifts Only
Worldwide Flight Services —Heathrow
- £44,711 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Driving
- Commercial driving
- Time management
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Coachmaker
Stagecoach —Rainham
- Up to £23.89 an hour
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Shift Fitter
Stagecoach —London
- £1,095 a week
- Full-time
- IT
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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HGV Class 1 Driver
Stobart —Dagenham
- £15.15 - £18.96 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Driving
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Annual leave
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Class 2 Driver Urgently Required
U Value Insulation —Uxbridge
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Airside Loader
gategroup —Barking
- £14.03 an hour
- Overtime
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Recovery Driver

MKS RECOVERY LTD
London

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£150 a day

Benefits

Casual dress

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Heavy lifting
Customer service
Driving
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Recovery Truck Driver (3.5T Truck & Trailer)

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable and professional Recovery Truck Driver to operate a 3.5-tonne recovery truck and trailer, providing vehicle recovery, transportation, and roadside assistance services. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely loading, securing, transporting, and unloading vehicles while delivering excellent customer service.

This role requires strong driving skills, mechanical awareness, and the ability to remain calm and professional in breakdown or accident situations.

Key Responsibilities

Driving & Vehicle Recovery

Operate a 3.5T recovery truck and trailer in a safe, legal, and professional manner
Recover broken-down, damaged, or accident vehicles from roadsides, private properties, and accident scenes
Load and unload vehicles using winches, skates, dollies, straps, and other recovery equipment
Secure vehicles correctly to ensure safe transport and prevent damage
Transport vehicles to garages, body shops, storage yards, or customer-specified locations

Safety & Compliance

Comply with all road traffic laws, company policies, and health & safety procedures
Carry out daily vehicle checks (oil, tyres, lights, winch, straps, trailer coupling, etc.)
Ensure the recovery truck, trailer, and equipment are kept clean, roadworthy, and well-maintained
Complete all required paperwork, job sheets, and digital records accurately

Customer Service

Provide a calm, courteous, and professional service to customers, often in stressful situations
Explain recovery procedures clearly and reassure customers when needed
Represent the company positively at all times

Communication & Coordination

Communicate effectively with dispatch/control regarding job status and location
Use GPS, mobile apps, or radios as required
Report vehicle defects, incidents, or delays promptly

Required Skills & Experience

Valid UK driving licence (Category B – experience with towing essential)
Proven experience driving 3.5T vehicles and towing trailers
Good understanding of load securing and weight distribution
Basic mechanical knowledge (diagnosing simple faults is an advantage)
Strong awareness of road safety and hazard management
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure

Desirable (but not essential)

Previous experience in vehicle recovery, roadside assistance, or breakdown services
Knowledge of accident recovery procedures
Familiarity with winches, wheel skates, dollies, and recovery equipment
Customer service or public-facing experience

Personal Qualities

Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
Calm and professional under pressure
Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks
Flexible approach to working hours (including evenings, weekends, and call-outs if required)
Strong work ethic and attention to detail

Working Hours & Conditions

Shift-based or flexible hours (including nights/weekends if required)
Outdoor work in all weather conditions
Lone working may be required

What We Offer

Competitive pay (dependent on experience)
Overtime and call-out opportunities (if applicable)
Company vehicle and equipment
Training and development opportunities
Supportive team environment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £150.00 per day

Benefits:

Casual dress

Experience:

Recovery: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road

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truck driving jobs in london eng

Recovery Driver

Driver/vehicle collection operative

Driver

Tipper Driver

Truck Driver

Warehouse Operative Nights

Driver/Loader

Linehaul Driver

Freelance House Clearance & Waste Removal Contractor

Delivery Driver/Valeter

HGV Refuse Driver

CSCS Card Holder Event Crew

Workshop / Goods In Support

3.5 and 7.5 Service Driver

LTR HGV 1 Drivers - Night Shifts Only

Coachmaker

Shift Fitter

HGV Class 1 Driver

Class 2 Driver Urgently Required

Airside Loader

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