Tow truck driver vacancies in Belgium
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As a tow truck driver you operate and drive recovery vehicles to move cars, trailers, aircraft and other loads according to the safety rules. In this role, often called a towing chauffeur or breakdown recovery driver, you agree the job details with the customer, prepare your equipment and check that the vehicle is fit to run before you set off. You make heavy machines ready for transport, register the data of each recovery and always work safely. The work belongs to the transport and logistics sector, where reliable towing keeps roads and sites in Belgium moving.
Typical tasks
- Agree the recovery details with the customer
- Prepare the equipment for the job
- Check that the vehicle is in working order
- Make heavy machines ready for transport
- Drive the tow vehicle safely to the destination
- Register the data of each recovery
- Work according to the safety rules
Required skills
- Category C driving licence and code 95 professional competence
- Basic vehicle maintenance and load-securing skills
- Good physical condition for handling heavy loads
- Attention to safety and road regulations
- Reliability and calm under time pressure
What does a tow truck driver earn?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €16–€23 gross per hour. Night shifts, standby duty and weekend call-outs often come with extra premiums. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
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Frequently asked questions
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What does a tow truck driver do?
A tow truck driver operates and drives recovery vehicles to move cars, trailers, aircraft and other loads. You agree the job with the customer, prepare your equipment, check the vehicle and make heavy machines ready for transport. You register the data of each recovery and always work according to the safety rules.
How much does a tow truck driver earn in Belgium?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €16–€23 gross per hour. Night shifts, standby duty and weekend call-outs often come with extra premiums. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
What is the difference between a tow truck driver and a towing service chauffeur?
There is no real difference. Towing service chauffeur is simply another name for a tow truck driver in Belgium. Both operate recovery vehicles, secure the load and move stranded cars or machines safely to their destination.
Is a tow truck driver job in demand across Flanders?
Recovery and towing work is needed year round across Flanders because breakdowns and accidents happen every day. Drivers with a valid category C licence, code 95 and load-securing experience are welcomed by towing firms, garages and roadside assistance services.
What qualifications do you need to become a tow truck driver?
You need a category C driving licence and the code 95 certificate of professional competence to drive heavy recovery vehicles. Experience with load securing and basic vehicle maintenance is a clear advantage. Employers value drivers who work safely and stay calm during roadside interventions.
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