Class 1 HGV Drivers - European Tours

Hector Francis; Leeds; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food provided

Flights covered

Travel expenses covered

Job summary

Hector Francis is recruiting experienced Class 1 (C+E) HGV Drivers to join our team transporting equipment for Formula 1, music tours and major live events across the UK and Europe.

This role offers regular European touring opportunities and UK event work, with shifts paying £185–£225 per shift and meals, flights and travel expenses provided.

If you are professional, reliable and hold a Class 1 licence, you could become part of a growing live events logistics operation.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence held for minimum 2 years.
• European driving experience preferred.
• Experience in events, touring or live production advantageous but not essential.
• Flexible and reliable approach to work, with willingness to travel and work varied hours.

Responsibilities

• Drive Class 1 HGVs throughout the UK and Europe.
• Transport staging, sound, lighting and production equipment.
• Support Formula 1 events, music tours and major live productions.
• Work as part of a professional touring and event logistics team.
• Engage in regular European touring opportunities.
• UK-based event work also available.

Skills

Class 1 (C+E) licence

European driving experience

Flexible hours

Job description

We are recruiting experienced Class 1 (C+E) HGV Drivers to join our team transporting equipment for Formula 1, music tours and major live events across the UK and Europe.

This is an excellent opportunity for professional HGV drivers looking to move away from traditional haulage and work within the exciting live events and touring industry.

The Role

• Driving Class 1 HGVs throughout the UK and Europe
• Transporting staging, sound, lighting and production equipment
• Supporting Formula 1 events, music tours and major live productions
• Working as part of a professional touring and event logistics team
• Regular European touring opportunities
• UK-based event work also available

Requirements

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence held for a minimum of 2 years
• European driving experience preferred
• Previous events, touring or live production experience is advantageous but not essential
• Professional, reliable and flexible approach to work
• Willingness to work varied hours in line with event schedules

Pay and Benefits

• £185–£225 per shift
• Food provided
• Flights covered
• Travel expenses covered

Why Join Us?

• Work on Formula 1, music tours and major live events
• Travel across Europe as part of a professional touring operation
• Opportunities for ongoing UK and European event work
• Experience a different side of the HGV industry away from traditional haulage
• Become part of a professional and growing events logistics team

If you are an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver looking for a new challenge and would like the opportunity to work within the live events industry, we would be pleased to hear from you.