HGV Class 2 Events Operator

Job Description

Versatile is a full service Live Events & Brand Marketing company operating from a central base in Rutland in the East Midlands. We have an excellent reputation built on a decade of experience creating exceptional Brand Marketing Roadshows and Live Events.

Versatile Venues are currently recruiting for Class 1 & 2 Events Operators (with minimum Class 2 License required) to work with specialist vehicles and trailers at exhibitions, roadshows & other promotional events where our services are required by our clients. The runs are daily/weekly/overnight stays or as per the needs of the business. The operator should be flexible in any given week working on an any 5 days in 7 basis and will be required to work weekends when bookings dictate (often). Weekends will have to be booked as holiday if/when there is work available

GENERAL

• Drive, deliver & collect specialist trailers and vehicles to client locations.
• Fully assemble and derig Versatile owned and Client owned vehicles and trailers.
• Exhibition stand build delivery/ install and derig.
• Full event set up as pre briefing including full test and clean of asset.
• Be onsite to oversee and support the client activity.
• Oversee keys systems during live event days, (e.g. ensure generator fuel full throughout etc.).
• Report on spend and hours, being aware to keep unnecessary spends to a minimum.
• Confidently communicate via calls and messages with the account managers and clients.
• Derigging, packing, dismantling return equipment securely. Reporting on any defects and damages.
• Be flexible within legal working hours.
• Adhere to the H&S system and plans in place.
• Complete any daily and weekly documents required.
• To assist partnering business in quiet times with General Haulage runs.
• To drive revenue to the business by supporting the commercial function when onsite at events, via driver referral scheme

JOB PURPOSE & SCOPE

• To drive and work in a safe manner observing all speed limits, road restrictions and on-site safety regulations.
• Ensure full adherence to strict Health and Safety procedures at Versatile andclient & customer sites/venues.
• Dress smartly, wearing the correct uniform as per supplied at all times.
• Always wear PPE equipment supplied, safety boots, high viz tabards, and bump caps when opening and closing trailers/vehicles.
• To keep all unnecessary spend and hours to a minimum to reduce impact on the group profit share.
• To look after vehicles and assets both Versatile and client owned with respect, keeping damages to a minimum and cleanliness a top priority

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Minimum of Class 2 driving experience. – HGV Class 1 licence preferred however a minimum of Class 2 licence is required)
• Confidence with power and hand tools.
• Willingness and ability to exceed customer expectations.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Be reliable and punctual.
• Be organised & well presented

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Quarterly Company Bonus Scheme
• 30 days holiday, including public holidays, additional days for long service
• Health Cash Plan, covering everyday healthcare costs including dental, optical, physio etc.
• Income protection insurance
• Life assurance
• Discounts and lifestyle benefits, offering discounts on a wide range of retailers, groceries, cinemas, gym memberships etc.
• Wellbeing benefits, including an employee assistance programme, eye care vouchers, pension advice services, and a cycle-to-work scheme

Class 2 licence and confidence with hand tools