Event Crew Operative/Driver

Driver Hire Borders; Salford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the events industry as a Crew Operative. You will work closely with the Project Manager, supervise installations, and support contract management while ensuring a safety-first approach. Enjoy benefits like a competitive salary, up to 25 days annual leave, and a contributory pension scheme as part of a dynamic team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Overtime at an enhanced rate

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 days additional leave

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within the events/hire industry.
• Technically proficient with event infrastructure.
• Excellent attention to detail and a safety-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Supervise installation of GAP products such as fencing, barriers, and flooring.
• Support planning, execution, and finalization of contracts.
• Deliver and supervise day-to-day contracts and manage product deliveries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to function in high pressure environments

Knowledge of health and safety

Education

Driving licence

Vehicle Mounted, Straight Mast and Telehandler Forklift licence

Job description

Please ensure you complete an application directly via the GAP Group website

Our team is the best in the industry - is it time for you to join us?

The Role:

Our Events Division combines the expertise of all GAP divisions to provide a one stop shop to supply the Events industry across the UK with all their equipment requirements.

Working alongside the Project Manager, the Crew Operative will champion the delivery of the Events Division contracts, and will deliver and supervise day to day contracts where external suppliers are required. You will supervise the installations of GAP products where necessary, including fencing, barriers, flooring and portable toilets. On larger dry hire contracts, the Project Coordinator will ensure the safe loading/offloading of larger dry hire contracts, whilst capturing any damages and missing stock.

The Crew Operative will be provided with a long wheelbase 3.5t flat-bed vehicle and all the tools necessary to be able to service any suitable out-of-hours contracts and make any efficiency within the GAP depot network.

You will also be required to support the planning, executing and finalising of contracts, working to strict deadlines and budgets.

Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience working in a similar role within the events/hire industry
• Technically proficient with event infrastructure such as barriers, fencing and flooring
• Ability to function in high pressure environments
• An up to date knowledge of all aspects of health and safety and a 'safety first' approach
• Excellent attention to detail
• Vehicle Mounted, Straight Mast and Telehandler Forklift licence (preferred but not essential)
• Driving licence (essential)

GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as profit share, loyalty holidays and a staff social fund. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Overtime at an enhanced rate
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab, Eye Tests)

So what next?

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!

To apply, all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

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