Drivers for hire in Preston

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    2,110

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills7%
    Driving7%
    Customer Service5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED66%
    Vocational or technical training24%
    Bachelor's degree7%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year4%
    1-2 years14%
    3-5 years14%
  • Current company

    3R TECHNOLOGY
    Accrol Papers Leyland
    Agency worker
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year11%
    1-2 years18%
    2-5 years43%

Browse Indeed's database of 2,110 profiles for Drivers in Preston

Last updated: 4 Sept 2026

Driver: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Preston: £39,576 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £31,887£49,119 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Part-time Receptionist

    Leyland

    Licenses & certifications

    Microsoft AccessWord ProcessingAudio TypingOperating SystemsVoice-To-Text Data EntryBookkeeping+5 more

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsFront DeskFilingData EntryCustomer ServiceMicrosoft Word
  • Trade counter /stores /driver

    Preston

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftCar up to 3.5 TonnesCategory AM LicenceDriving LicenceCategory D1E Licence7.5 Tonne Lorry Operation

    Skills

    7.5 Tonne Lorry OperationForkliftInventory ControlDelivery Driver ExperienceDrivingCommercial Driving
  • HGV Driver

    Walton le Dale

    Licenses & certifications

    Category C LicenceCar up to 3.5 TonnesNVQDrivingCategory CE LicenceCategory C1 Licence+1 more

    Skills

    Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelWord ProcessingComputer LiteracyEnglishMicrosoft Office Suite
  • Driver controller/supervisor

    Walton le Dale

    Licenses & certifications

    Rigid HGV Over 3.5 Tonnes OperationCategory C LicenceFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationRigid LorryHeavy Goods Vehicle Driving Experience

    Skills

    Category C LicenceOrganisational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementMicrosoft Office Suite
  • Driver / Laborer

    Preston

    Licenses & certifications

    CSCSForkliftCOSHH ComplianceCar up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingReach Truck+3 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingManual HandlingVan DriverMulti-Drop Delivery DrivingMulti-Drop DrivingDriving
  • Firefighter

    Preston

    Licenses & certifications

    PCV LicenceRigid HGV Over 3.5 Tonnes OperationNumeracyCategory C LicenceCar up to 3.5 TonnesHGV Licence+5 more

    Skills

    Fire SuppressionFirefightingMechanical Knowledge

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What's the average time to fill a driver role?

The average time to fill a driver role is 64 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do drivers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a driver include: communication skills, driving and customer service.

What licenses or certifications are common for a driver?

Common licenses or certifications for drivers include: Car up to 3 5 Tonnes, Driving Licence and Driving.

What are some job titles related to drivers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to drivers include: HGV driver, delivery driver and trade counter /stores /driver.

What level of education is common for a driver?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a driver in Preston, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a driver?

Most drivers have 19 years of professional experience.

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