HGV Recovery Driver - M25

Overview

Be among the first 25 applicants and join a committed team maintaining one of the UK’s most critical transport networks — the M25. With 15 years remaining on this major infrastructure project, this role offers structured shift patterns, clarity and consistency so you can plan your time with confidence, knowing your wellbeing matters.

• Respond to road-related incidents, hazards and breakdowns, providing recovery support and arranging specialist advice where needed.
• Attend incidents and work safely and efficiently to clear affected areas, following CPS policies and risk assessments.
• Carry out a variety of essential maintenance tasks including debris and safety inspections, carriageway repairs and graffiti removal, soft estate maintenance (grass cutting), litter picking, cleansing and sign maintenance.
• Lead or assist with the recovery of heavy and light vehicles in line with safety procedures.
• Use mobile devices to record information accurately, supporting clear communication and compliance.
• Complete routine vehicle and equipment checks, maintaining accurate records and ensuring all kit is in good working order.
• Report issues that may impact road safety or network operations.
• Participate in the Winter Service rota when required and attend training to keep your skills sharp.
• Support sustainability efforts and uphold Balfour Beatty’s commitment to Zero Harm and core values.

• Expected to work the shift pattern (days, nights, weekend and bank holidays) to meet operational requirements.
• Shift pattern is 4 shifts on, 4 shifts off, to include weekends and bank holidays.
• Reasonable level of travel around M25 network and between depots.
• Travel to meetings, training and works sites outside normal operational area.
• Expected to participate in out of hours working to fulfil Winter Maintenance.

• UK Driving Licence, minimum category C+E (LGV Class
  1)
• IVR 1, 2 and 3

• Recovering heavy and light vehicles on a live motorway or All Purpose Trunk Road (APTR) network.
• Proficient in the safe working practices of recovering heavy and light vehicles using full range of equipment on the recovery vehicles, underlift, winch, crane etc.
• Experience of working in a similar traffic / transport / highways / recovery role are preferred.

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

Connect Plus Services (CPS) brings together the collective strength of our parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Atkins and Egis Road Operation UK. With around 600 people, based at eight locations across the M25 network, we work on behalf of Connect Plus and National Highways to manage the operation of the M25 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, from routine maintenance to managing the whole-life requirement of thousands of assets across the network.

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabil