Compound Driver - Night Shifts, Thorne

Manpower; Goole; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full training provided

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Ongoing full-time hours

Job summary

Manpower has an opening for a Vehicle Preparation Operative (VPO Driver) in Thorne, Doncaster. This full-time role involves active outdoor work, moving and refurbishing vehicles within a large automotive compound, with immediate starts available.

The position includes handling a range of vehicles (manual, automatic, hybrid, EVs), site movements, and photography prep. Temp-to-perm opportunities exist, with full training provided and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence for a minimum of 2 years.
• Be 21 years of age or over.
• Have no more than 6 penalty points on your licence.
• Be physically fit and capable of working outdoors in all weather.
• Comfortable driving a variety of vehicles including automatic and electric cars.

Responsibilities

• Move vehicles safely around the site compound.
• Transport vehicles between locations on site.
• Record vehicle movements with handheld scanners.
• Prepare vehicles for photography and inspection.
• Load and unload vehicles in loading areas.
• Charge batteries for vehicles as required.
• Jet-wash and clean vehicles.
• Move wheels and vehicle parts.
• Work with manual, automatic, hybrid, and EVs.
• Follow site processes and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Physically fit

Outdoor environment

Attention to detail

Job description

Vehicle Preparation Operative (VPO Driver)

Thorne, Doncaster
Full-Time | Immediate Starts Available

Temp to Perm Opportunities

Are you a confident driver who enjoys working outdoors and staying active? We are currently recruiting Compound Vehicle Preparation Operatives (VPO Drivers) to join a large automotive operation in Thorne, with over 4,500 vehicle parking spaces on site.
This is much more than just a driving role. You'll play a key part in the preparation, movement, and maintenance of vehicles across a busy automotive compound and refurbishment centre.

The Role

As a Compound VPO Driver, you will be responsible for:

• Moving vehicles safely around the compound
• Transporting vehicles between various locations on site
• Using handheld scanners to record vehicle movements and updates
• Preparing vehicles for photography and inspection
• Pulling vehicles into loading and photography areas
• Battery charging vehicles where required
• Jet washing and cleaning vehicles
• Picking and moving wheels and vehicle parts
• Working with a mixture of manual, automatic, hybrid, and electric vehicles
• Following site processes and health & safety procedures at all times

Physical Requirements

This role is ideal for someone who likes to keep active. It is not solely a driving position.
You will be:
Walking up to 10 miles per day
Spending the majority of your shift on your feet
Working outdoors in all weather conditions
Carrying out physical duties including vehicle preparation and wheel handling

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this opportunity, you must:

• Hold a full UK driving licence for a minimum of 2 years
• Be 21 years of age or over
• Have no more than 6 penalty points on your licence
• Have your own transport to travel to and from the site
• Be physically fit and capable of working in a fast-paced outdoor environment
• Be comfortable driving a variety of vehicles, including automatic and electric cars
• Possess a positive attitude with a keen eye for detail

What's On Offer?

• Immediate starts available
• Ongoing work with full-time hours
• Weekly pay
• Full training provided
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position
• Work within a modern automotive refurbishment and logistics operation

If you're looking for a hands-on, active role within the automotive industry and are available to start immediately, we'd love to hear from you.