Mobile Event Lighting Fitter & Driver

Boels Rental; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £35k-£38k

Quarterly/annual bonuses

33 days annual leave

One extra charity day per year

Maternity & Paternity pay

Reservist leave (7 days)

Employee assistance programme

Awards programme

TechScheme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Boels Rental is seeking a reliable Driver/Fitter to join our events team in Chelmsford. You will transport, install and dismantle event lighting equipment and materials at venues, performing on-site repairs with a hands-on approach.

The ideal candidate holds a full, clean Class 1 driving licence, can read event setup plans, and is physically fit to lift heavy items. Flexibility for early mornings, weekends and travel is required; forklift/telehandler licences are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Driver/Fitter in events, exhibitions or construction.
• Full, clean Class 1 driving licence.
• Ability to read event setup plans or technical drawings (desirable).
• Physically fit with the ability to lift and move heavy items.
• Flexible with working hours, including early mornings, late nights, weekends and travel as required.
• Good problem-solving skills and a proactive on-site approach.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport and unload lighting equipment and materials to and from venues.
• Assemble and dismantle event lighting setups and perform on-site repairs.
• Ensure equipment is fitted securely and safely according to plans and safety regulations.
• Conduct pre-event checks on lights, vehicles and materials.
• Drive company vehicles to event locations locally or regionally.
• Collaborate with the event production team to meet quality and design standards.
• Assist in warehouse duties, including maintaining tools and equipment.
• Follow health & safety procedures at all times.
• Provide excellent customer service when liaising with clients on-site.

Skills

Driver/Fitter experience

Event industry experience

Team player

Problem solving

Communication skills

Flexible working hours

Tools

Excel

Job description

Boels Rental is seeking a reliable Driver/Fitter to join our events team in Chelmsford. You will transport, install and dismantle event lighting equipment and materials at venues, performing on-site repairs with a hands-on approach.

The ideal candidate holds a full, clean Class 1 driving licence, can read event setup plans, and is physically fit to lift heavy items. Flexibility for early mornings, weekends and travel is required; forklift/telehandler licences are advantageous.