Job Title: Fitter/Driver
We are seeking a reliable and skilled Fitter/Driver to join our events team. This role involves the transportation, installation, and dismantling of event lighting equipment and materials at various venues. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in repairing and installing lighting towers and associated equipment, along with a valid driving license and a flexible attitude towards working hours.
Responsibilities:
1. Load, transport, and unload lighting equipment and materials to and from venues.
2. Assemble and dismantle event lighting setups and perform on-site repairs.
3. Ensure all equipment is fitted securely and safely according to event plans and safety regulations.
4. Conduct pre-event checks on lights, vehicles, and materials.
5. Operate systems such as Deepsea and tracking systems.
6. Drive company vehicles (vans/lorries) to event locations locally or regionally.
7. Collaborate with the event production team to ensure installations meet quality and design standards.
8. Assist in warehouse duties, including maintaining tools and equipment.
9. Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
10. Provide excellent customer service when liaising with clients on-site.
What Boels Offers:
If you join Boels Rental as a Senior Fitter/Driver in Chelmsford, you'll be valued for your skills. Our offerings include:
* A competitive annual salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000 plus quarterly performance bonuses. The salary range indicates potential earnings and may vary depending on location, skills, qualifications, and performance.
* 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays.
* An additional day of leave per year to support community activities or mental well-being.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
* Seven days of paid leave for official reservist activities (with proof from MOD).
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for legal, health, and wellbeing support (healthassured.org).
* Recognition through quarterly and annual awards.
* Benefits from schemes like TechScheme (techscheme.co.uk) and Cycle to Work (cyclescheme.co.uk).
Minimum Requirements:
* Experience as a fitter/driver, preferably within the event, exhibition, or construction industries.
* Full, clean driving license (categories B, C1, or CE as appropriate).
* Ability to read technical drawings and event setup plans (desirable).
* Physical fitness to lift and move heavy items.
* Flexibility to work early mornings, late nights, weekends, and travel as needed.
* Good problem-solving skills and proactive on-site approach.
* Strong communication skills and team orientation.
* Computer proficiency in systems and Excel.
* Preferred: Licenses for forklift, telehandler, or other plant machinery (advantageous but not essential).
If you're interested, please upload your documents. For questions, contact our recruiter Robert Dallwein at +49 15124502335.
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