Compound Driver - Night shifts, Thorne
Job Description & Overview
Manpower UK seeks a Compound Driver - Night shifts, Thorne to work at its automotive compound in Goole. This permanent role pays up to £15.89 per hour, with full-time night shifts and immediate starts available. Duties include moving vehicles safely around the site, transporting them between locations, and using handheld scanners to log movements accurately. Candidates should hold a full driving licence, work confidently outdoors, and stay active throughout the shift. Prior compound or vehicle preparation experience helps but is not essential. The position involves vehicle refurbishment support within a large operation covering thousands of parking spaces. Reliable attendance and attention to detail matter greatly.
Night Shift Compound Driver 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 andamp; 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
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 19 Oct 2026
- Location: old goole
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Category: Bio & Pharmacology & Health, Engineering
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