Drivers for hire in Preston

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    2,097

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills9%
    Driving7%
    Customer Service6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED70%
    Vocational or technical training23%
    Bachelor's degree7%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years50%
    3-5 years20%
    Less than a year10%
  • Current company

    3R TECHNOLOGY
    AAH Pharmaceuticals
    Amazon Leyland
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years33%
    More than 5 years33%
    Less than a year17%

Browse Indeed's database of 2,097 profiles for Drivers in Preston

Last updated: 24 Sept 2026

Driver: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Preston: £40,078 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £31,798 – £50,515 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Bus Driver

    Preston

    Licenses & certifications

    DBS Check ProcessingCar up to 3.5 TonnesNVQDrivingDriving LicencePSV Licence

    Skills

    Driving LicencePSV LicenceCommunication SkillsCar up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingCustomer Service
  • Goods in/out counter balance driver

    Preston

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftReach TruckRetail ManagementMechanical KnowledgeMachiningStore Management+3 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementHeavy LiftingLeadershipMulti-Drop Delivery DrivingMulti-Drop DrivingCustomer Service
  • Class 2 ADR Driver

    Preston

    Licenses & certifications

    ADRRigid HGV Over 3.5 Tonnes OperationForkliftCategory C LicenceCar up to 3.5 TonnesHGV Licence+5 more

    Skills

    DrivingCommercial DrivingTruck DrivingUnloadingLoad & UnloadProfessional Driving Experience
  • Drainage Engineer

    Preston

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftCategory C LicenceSupply ChainHigh-Pressure Jetting UnitCategory CE LicenceRigid Lorry+10 more

    Skills

    Category C LicenceCommunication SkillsLeadershipTruck DrivingRigid HGV Over 3.5 Tonnes OperationHeavy Goods Vehicle Driving Experience
  • 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 Class 1 Driver

    Preston

    Licenses & certifications

    Category C LicenceCar up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingDriving LicenceArticulated LorryCategory CE Licence+1 more

    Skills

    DrivingCommercial DrivingUnloadingLoad & UnloadTruck DrivingLogistics

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

The average time to fill a driver role is 63 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 drivers?

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

What are some job titles related to drivers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to drivers include: warehouse operative/flt driver, picker, reload tank 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 13 years of professional experience.

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