Compound Driver

Major Recruitment Doncaster; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Accessible via public transport

Modern facilities with amenities

Friendly team environment

Experience with premium vehicles

Job summary

Major Recruitment Doncaster is seeking a reliable Compound Driver to move and park vehicles in a busy Doncaster compound. You will update locations, inspect vehicles and assist with storage and distribution, working across day and night shifts.

Training starts on day shifts before transitioning to permanent night work; outdoor roles require adaptability and a strong safety focus. Experience with premium vehicles is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence with up to 6 penalty points.
• Comfortable driving manual, automatic and electric vehicles.
• Previous driving or vehicle handling experience.
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Basic IT skills with handheld devices and computer systems.
• Good communication and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive, move and park vehicles within a busy compound.
• Record and update vehicle locations using handheld devices and IT systems.
• Conduct visual vehicle inspections and report faults before movement.
• Park vehicles for storage, transport or onward distribution.
• Handle premium vehicles with care and professionalism.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and maintain safety standards.
• Follow health and safety procedures and site rules.
• Support the logistics team to meet daily targets.
• Maintain accuracy, productivity and vehicle security during shifts.
• Work day and night shifts as required.

Skills

Driving

IT skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Handheld devices

Job description

Compound Driver - Join Our Automotive Logistics Team

We are currently looking for reliable and motivated Compound Drivers to join our busy automotive operation based in Doncaster (Thorne). In this role, you will be responsible for safely moving and parking a wide range of vehicles within a large vehicle compound, ensuring all vehicles are accurately located, recorded and handled with the highest levels of care.

Working in a fast-paced environment, you will play a key role in supporting vehicle logistics by operating manual, automatic and electric vehicles, updating vehicle locations using bespoke IT systems and maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency throughout each shift.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely drive, move and park a wide range of vehicles within a busy automotive compound.
• Accurately record and update vehicle locations using bespoke IT systems and handheld devices.
• Carry out visual vehicle inspections and report any damage or defects before vehicle movement.
• Ensure vehicles are parked correctly and prepared for storage, transport or onward distribution.
• Handle premium and high-value vehicles with professionalism and care.
• Work efficiently in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures and site operating standards.
• Work independently while supporting the wider logistics team to achieve daily operational targets.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, productivity and vehicle security throughout each shift.
• Demonstrate flexibility by working both day and night shifts as required.

Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Confident driving manual, automatic and electric vehicles.
• Previous driving or vehicle handling experience.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Basic IT skills with the ability to use handheld devices and computer systems.
• Good communication skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Skills & Competencies:

• Experience working within an automotive compound, dealership or vehicle logistics environment.
• Knowledge of vehicle inspections and damage reporting.
• Strong parking and manoeuvring skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Flexible approach to shift work and changing operational requirements.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of quality, safety and customer service.

Additional Information:

• * Initial training will be completed on day shifts before moving to permanent night shifts.
• * Monday to Friday (Training Week): 8:15am - 5:00pm
• * Temporary position with the opportunity to gain valuable automotive logistics experience.

Why Join Us:

• * Free on-site parking.
• * Accessible via public transport.
• * Modern facilities with cooking amenities.
• * Friendly, supportive team environment.
• * Opportunity to work with a wide range of modern and premium vehicles.
• * Valuable experience within one of the UK's leading automotive logistics operations