Transport Operative – Driver

  • Job ref: 028/01025
  • Type: Full Time, Temporary
  • Location: Chorley, Lancashire
  • Salary: £12.71 per hour
  • Recruiting office: Preston
  • Date posted: 24 August 2026

Job details

  • Full Time
  • Temporary
  • Chorley, Lancashire
  • 12.71 USD / Year
  • Job Ref: 028/01025
  • Salary: £12.71 per hour

Our business , based in Chorley is home to a fleet of over 1300 commercial vehicles providing nationwide coverage and offers a varied, constantly changing workload. It is a busy, exciting place to be and you can be sure that you will not ever be looking for something to do.

We are looking for 5 new people to join us as a Transport Operative / Driver.

– You MUST have a UK driving licence to apply.

Hours are 9am until 5pm, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

Responsibilities Include:

• Inspect returned commercial vehicles and identify any damage, defects, missing equipment, or compliance issues.
• Carry out vehicle valeting and cleaning to ensure vehicles meet company presentation standards.
• Remove and apply customer-specific decals, signage, and livery as required.
• Undertake minor repairs and rectification work, including basic bodywork, fittings, and trim repairs.
• Ensure all regulatory and company compliance requirements are met before vehicles are released for hire.
• Complete pre-hire inspections and quality checks.
• Move vehicles between company sites, workshops, customer locations, and external suppliers.
• Liaise with workshop, operations, and fleet teams to prioritise vehicle preparation activities.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company Health & Safety policies.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment.

Specific Skills:

• A full UK or EU driving licence
• A strong team player
• An ability to work well under pressure, with a keen eye for detail and an ability to use initiative.
• Good practical skills and the ability to carry out minor repairs and vehicle rectification work.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.
• Understanding of vehicle compliance and roadworthiness requirements.
• Experience working with commercial vehicles, fleet operations, vehicle preparation, or a similar environment would be preferred but would consider someone with the ultimate ‘can-do’ attitude and the confidence to deliver a great service.

Pay is Weekly at £12.71 per hour

To apply, please use this job listing.

 

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