What Breakdown Recovery Specialist Jobs are in the United Kingdom?

Breakdown & Recovery Co-ordinator

Location : Widnes

Salary : From £14.00 per hour (dependent on shift & experience)

Shift Pattern : 4 days on, 2 days off – 12-hour shifts (day & night shifts available)

Alternative shift patterns may be considered and discussed at interview.

Contract : Full-time, Permanent

About Us

Hough Green Garage is a leading provider of 24-hour Breakdown & Recovery Services, proudly operating for over 40 years. We support Local Authorities, Blue Light Emergency Services, major  Motoring Organisations, and private companies nationwide. Due to continued growth and new  contract awards, we are expanding our Control Centre team in Widnes.

The Role

We are seeking dedicated Breakdown & Recovery Co-ordinators to join our fast-paced 24 hour Control Centre. This role requires calm, confident decision-making, especially when  dealing with time-critical and emergency situations. You will be managing inbound and outbound calls, deploying recovery operators, and ensuring jobs are completed efficiently and professionally.

You will interact daily with members of the public, emergency services, motoring organisations, and roadside teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deploy recovery resources efficiently across all active jobs
• Monitor job progress through to completion
• Manage driver workloads and map nearest available resources
• Answer and manage high-volume inbound and outbound calls
• Liaise with administrative staff and recovery teams
• Raise workload issues or operational concerns with management
• Provide training and support to colleagues as required
• Handle customer enquiries professionally in person and by phone
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliant handling of personal data (GDPR)
• Conduct property searches with integrity and confidentiality

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication skills (written & verbal)
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in urgent situations
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible, proactive, and positive attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism
• Target-driven and comfortable working to deadlines
• Understanding of health and safety requirements

Additional Information

• Police Vetting is required for this role. - Failure to achieve and maintain clearance may result in withdrawal of offer or termination of employment.
• Alternative shift patterns may be considered and discussed at interview.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Hough Green Garage, please do not hesitate to apply.

Job Title: Breakdown & Recovery Team Member

Location : Hoo Junction

Salary: 27,759 per year

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

At DB Cargo UK, we keep the UK moving by delivering safe, reliable and sustainable rail solutions. We are currently recruiting for a Breakdown & Recovery Team Member to join our specialist team based at Hoo Junction.

Breakdown & Recovery provides a national service, delivering the safe and efficient restoration of normal running conditions following incidents across the UK rail network.

This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in restoring operations following incidents and derailments. Working as part of a skilled team, you'll support the safe and efficient recovery of rolling stock and infrastructure, helping to minimise disruption and get services moving again.

Although this position is based at Hoo Junction, you'll be part of a national service and may be required to travel throughout the UK when responding to incidents.

What will you be doing?

As a Breakdown & Recovery Team Member, you'll work under the direction of the Breakdown & Recovery Supervisor to support recovery operations across the UK rail network.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting recovery operations and assisting with the safe restoration of rail services following incidents and derailments
• Creating and maintaining safe working environments both within the depot and at incident locations
• Operating, handling and maintaining specialist recovery equipment, including jacking systems and packing materials
• Undertaking cutting and welding activities where trained, competent and authorised to do so
• Carrying out inspections and maintenance to ensure equipment remains safe, serviceable and ready for deployment
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, customers and industry partners during recovery operations
• Proactively using depot time to develop skills, maintain equipment and support wider team activities

Breakdown & Recovery operates 24/7. You'll work a rostered pattern of 12-hour shifts covering days, nights, weekends and bank holidays. The role is contracted at an average of 42 hours per week.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for someone who enjoys learning new skills, takes pride in their work and can remain calm and professional in challenging situations. You'll be safety-focused, practical and thrive working as part of a team.

You'll also have:

• A positive and proactive attitude towards work and personal development
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in a safety-critical environment
• Good basic IT skills
• A full UK driving licence with Category C+E (Class 1) entitlement

No previous rail experience is required as full training will be provided. Experience working in a hands-on, practical environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

What matters to you?

Here at DB Cargo, we offer range of benefits as part of your employment.

We're offering a starting salary of 27,759 per annum based on a 42-hour working week. In addition, this role attracts a 9% London Allowance, bringing the total annual salary to 30,257.

• Comprehensive training, including Personal Track Safety (PTS), Rail Recovery Training and First Aid
• Pay every four weeks (13 paydays per year)
• Defined Contribution pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
• 28 days annual leave
• Access to our employee benefits portal, offering discounts across a wide range of retailers and services, as well as wellbeing resources
• Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Charge and Go Scheme

Please click APPLY to send your CV for this role.

Candidates with experience of: Recovery Technician, Recovery Operator, Breakdown Engineer, Vehicle Breakdown Mechanic, Mobile Service Technician, Breakdown Operator, may also be considered for this role.

Introduction

DB Cargo UK are currently recruiting for a Team Member to join our Breakdown & Recovery department based at our site in Toton, with the role being responsible for assisting the Breakdown & Recovery team when dealing with derailments or incidents on the UK rail network. Breakdown & Recovery is a national service, providing safe and efficient restoration of normal running conditions on the rail network following an incident. As a Breakdown & Recovery Team member you'll be working to the instruction of the Breakdown & Recovery Supervisor at all times. This position is based at Toton, however due to this being a national service, you may be required to travel around the UK as and when required.

• Support the supervisor and team in restoring rail services safely and efficiently following incidents.
• Create a safe working environment in the depot and when on site.
• Manual handling of packing materials and jacking equipment.
• Undertake cutting/welding tasks as competence permits.
• Carry out maintenance in the depot to ensure that equipment is safe and stored correctly.
• Proactively use depot time to maintain equipment and develop skills and support the wider team.
• The Breakdown & Recovery Teams are required to work shifts covering a 24/7 period including bank holidays, weekends and nights.
• This position is 42 hours per week.

• You will have a strong desire to learn and develop professionally, using open thinking and have the ability to adapt to new ways of working.
• You will have strong communication skills and feel comfortable and confident working both alone and in a team.
• You must possess a positive working attitude.
• You will also have good basic IT skills.
• A full UK driving licence with class 1 rating is required for this position.

• Comprehensive training provided at DB Cargo UK – including Personal Track Safety (PTS), Recovery Training, and First Aid – with a starting salary of £27,415 per annum.
• Paid every 4 weeks (13 paydays per year!).
• Access to our Employer Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced pension (over auto enrolment).
• Access to our benefits portal to get discounts on a number of big brands.
• Job Type: Full-time.
• Work Location: In person.

Hough Green Garage in Widnes operates a 24-hour Breakdown & Recovery Control Centre. We are seeking dedicated Co-ordinators to join a fast-paced team, making calm, decisive decisions during time-critical incidents and emergencies.

You will manage inbound and outbound calls, deploy recovery operators, monitor progress, liaise with emergency services and roadside teams, and ensure accurate documentation and GDPR-compliant handling.

Hough Green Garage is recruiting Recovery Drivers for 7.5t, Class 2 and Heavy recovery roles. You will attend breakdowns, safely recover and transport vehicles, and maintain vehicle readiness. The position offers training, weekly pay, and opportunities for career progression.

The role requires a Full UK Driving Licence, DCPC, and the ability to work under pressure. Flexible shifts include day and night rotations; Police vetting is required.

Hough Green Garage Ltd is recruiting Recovery Drivers for 7.5t, HGV1 and HGV2 to join our 24/7 breakdown team. The role is based in Burnley with 4 on/2 off shifts and 12-hour shifts; permanent roles with weekly pay and full training.

Attend breakdowns and accidents, recover and transport vehicles, perform vehicle checks, and use PDA systems. Requires Full UK Driving Licence and CPC/tachograph; recovery experience is desirable but not essential. Call-out and overtime available.

Hough Green Garage in the UK is recruiting 7.5t, Class 2 and HGV drivers for a varied, fast-paced role covering breakdown and recovery across our operational area. You will be motivated, adaptable, and able to work confidently alone, delivering a professional service to customers.

Daily duties include attending breakdowns, safely recovering and transporting vehicles, completing vehicle checks, and using the company PDA systems.

About the role

As our next LV Breakdown Specialist to proudly represent our Maintenance Team on an 8/6 Day Shift only roster, you will live for challenges and thrive on the variety of work available. Like all of us at Thiess, you’re a passionate and energetic person, that appreciates responsibility, recognition and reward.

In this role, you will:

• Specialising in breakdowns of Light Vehicles, Ancillary vehicles and electrical work.
• Perform the servicing, repair and maintenance of mobile fleet and other equipment in accordance with Thiess servicing, lubrication and maintenance systems documentation.
• Source technical information from the relevant available reference manuals, technical bulletins, OEM and computer based systems.
• Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained at all times.
• Provide technical information to staff and operations personnel.
• Conduct technical inspections and job estimations.

• Automotive Trade (Light Vehicle Mechanical) or relevant equivalent
• Post-trade experience working in the Mining or Heavy Earth Moving industry
• Experience in Vehicle Air Conditioning systems desired
• Experience in general maintenance, breakdowns, component change outs and servicing of Toyota vehicles
• You will also need to possess a high regard for and practice health and safety at all times

• Permanent full-time positions
• Full camp facilities provided
• Thiess’ commitment to training & development
• Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.
• Referral bonus program