Rigger & HGV Driver — Outside Broadcast Crewing

Television Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Timeline is seeking a proactive Rigger based at our Reading Outside Broadcast base with travel across the UK and internationally. The role includes driving HGV Outside Broadcast trucks and rigging/de-rigging cables and equipment for broadcast productions.

The candidate should have a full clean HGV Class 1 licence, proven OB rigging and driver experience, and solid knowledge of OB cabling and safety practices. Travel and weekend work are required.

Qualifications

• Full, clean HGV Class 1 licence.
• Proven experience in TV Outside Broadcast rigging and Rigger/Driver operations.
• Thorough knowledge of Outside Broadcast cabling, rigging practices and equipment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive Timeline vehicles, including HGV trucks carrying equipment and assets required for broadcast productions.
• Rig and de-rig cables and equipment at Outside Broadcast sites across the UK and internationally, working as part of the wider rigging team.
• Support technical and engineering teams on events where required.
• Assist with the preparation, organisation and loading of cable and equipment onto tender vehicles, including supporting and directing warehouse staff.
• Maintain the garage, warehouse and associated operational areas to a high standard.
• Assist with job planning and crewing, while supporting other operational and ad-hoc requirements as required.
• Respond effectively to changing production requirements and maintain a professional approach when working with clients, production teams and colleagues.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Rigger/Driver experience

Outside Broadcast cabling knowledge

HGV operations knowledge

Electrical safety knowledge

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Planning and crewing support

Computer lite literacy

Willingness to travel

Job description

Timeline is seeking a proactive Rigger based at our Reading Outside Broadcast base with travel across the UK and internationally. The role includes driving HGV Outside Broadcast trucks and rigging/de-rigging cables and equipment for broadcast productions.

The candidate should have a full clean HGV Class 1 licence, proven OB rigging and driver experience, and solid knowledge of OB cabling and safety practices. Travel and weekend work are required.