Driver​/Handy Person

Closing date: 22 March 2026

£25,185 - £25,583 per annum – plus market leading package (see below) –

County Transport is seeking to recruit a highly motivated Driver / Handyperson capable of working to high standards with minimum supervision. The successful candidate will be required to collect and deliver a wide range of vehicles to assist the workshop with vehicle servicing, and repair work at local dealerships. They will also be required to carry out general workshop cleaning and housekeeping, vehicle valeting, and carry out minor property maintenance, repairs and alterations as required.

A full driving licence including category’s B, C and D1 are a requirement for this role.

All standard and specialist tools/equipment are supplied as part of the position, along with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and branded workwear.

The role will be based at our Dove Holes Workshop and the standard working hours are Monday to Thursday 7.30am – 3.30pm and Friday 7.30am – 3.00pm. On Occasion the successful candidate may be required to assist at the other County Transport Workshops.

We offer a friendly and supportive working environment, Derbyshire based work and the opportunity to develop yourself and your career.

• Generous 25 days of annual leave plus another 5 with 5 years of continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays
• Access to excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regular standard working hours Monday to Friday - supporting a great work life balance
• Occupational sick pay scheme – up to 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay after 5 years’ service.
• Commitment to your continuing professional development with ongoing training opportunities
• Regular annual pay increments
• A comprehensive wellbeing package including physio, counselling & occupational health
• Discountonleisurecentrememberships
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Due to the nature of the work undertaken, the successful candidate will be required to undertake and pass a police security NPPV2 vetting check.

To discuss this exciting role further please contact the Service Manager Ben Plummer – b

All applications will be reviewed at the point of submission and an interview will be arranged immediately for suitable candidates.