Job Description

Job Title: Commercial Transport Operative

Location: Coventry & Leamington Spa

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dependable and multi-skilled

Commercial Transport Operative

to support the maintenance and operation of our fleet vehicles, including cars, vans, HGVs, and specialist lifting equipment. This is a permanent, full-time position based across our Coventry and Leamington Spa sites. We are also interested in hearing from contract workers and would consider this position to be either on a contract, or a PAYE basis.

This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone with strong transport knowledge, HGV driving capabilities, and a proactive approach to vehicle compliance and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

Fleet Oversight:

Coordinate and manage MOTs, servicing, repairs, and maintenance for the company's full range of vehicles and equipment - including cars, vans, HGVs, scissor lifts, forklifts, and other lifting equipment.

Compliance & Safety:

Carry out regular vehicle safety checks and ensure all vehicles meet legal and operational compliance standards.

Deliveries & Transport:

Serve as the company's registered HGV driver, handling local deliveries, vehicle movements, and transport logistics as required.

General Support:

Provide hands-on labouring support across workshops and facilities where needed, including vehicle prep, site logistics, and basic upkeep.

Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate logs of service records, inspections, and compliance documentation.

Supplier Liaison:

Communicate with garages, parts suppliers, and service providers to schedule work and ensure timely vehicle readiness.
Qualifications & Skills Required:

Full UK Driving Licence with C1 HGV entitlement Experience in a similar transport or fleet-based role Knowledge of vehicle maintenance schedules and safety regulations Strong organisational skills with a can-do, team-oriented attitude Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and varied site work Flexible and reliable, with a practical and problem-solving mindset Willingness to travel between and work across both Coventry and Leamington Spa sites

What do we offer:

A full-time position within a respected and growing automotive design and prototyping company A varied and active working environment with responsibility and autonomy Competitive salary or hourly rate, for those as PAYE we offer company benefits including company funded wellness programme, auto-enrollment pension and 25 days plus Bank Holidays paid annual leave Opportunities for training and progression A supportive and collaborative team culture
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Freelance

Pay: 28,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person