HGV Class 1 Driver

<p class="text-muted mb-3">CLASS 1 HGV DRIVER - FILM SET WORK - READING</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">SRG Recruitment are seeking professional LGV 1 / C+E / HGV Class 1 Drivers who are looking for a new and exciting challenge working for a well-established film set company based in Reading.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a job out of the ordinary, offering the opportunity to work within the film and television industry and transport equipment used on some of the most popular productions around.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a varied Class 1 driving role where no two days are necessarily the same.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will be responsible for the safe and professional transportation of film production equipment, working closely with production crews and site teams. Due to the nature of the industry, excellent customer service, communication skills and a professional approach are essential.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Start times are generally PM or night shifts, however, the company operates 24/7, so drivers must be flexible and able to work a variety of shift patterns, including evenings, nights and occasional weekends.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The role would suit an experienced Class 1 HGV / LGV1 / C+E driver who is looking for regular driving work, enjoys a varied working environment and is confident working around customers, production crews and busy film set locations.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements & Role</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Full C+E / HGV Class 1 / LGV1 licence - minimum 6 months' experience</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Previous Class 1 / HGV driving experience required</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good understanding of Drivers Hours and Working Time Directive (WTD)</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">No DD, DR, CD, DG or IN endorsement codes</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good knowledge of the road network and confident driving Class 1 vehicles</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good understanding of spoken and written English</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Safe, responsible and professional approach to HGV driving</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Transporting film production equipment, materials and associated goods to various film set locations</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Loading, transporting and delivering equipment safely and securely</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working closely with film production crews and site teams</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Excellent customer service skills, as</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">you will be speaking directly with customers and production staff</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ability to follow delivery instructions and work to changing schedules</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Flexible approach to working hours due to the 24/7 nature of the business</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Willingness to carry out vehicle checks and report any defects or issues</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">In return, we can offer you:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Immediate starts available</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ad-hoc work or 4/5 shifts per week</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Regular Class 1 / HGV driving opportunities</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Varied PM, night and weekend work</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Monday to Saturday - £23 per hour Umbrella</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Sunday - £27 per hour Umbrella</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">PAYE rates available upon request</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Minimum 8 hours guaranteed per shift</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">£30 per night out</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Opportunity to work within the film and television industry</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Long-term opportunities for the right drivers</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you are an experienced Class 1 HGV / LGV1 / C+E Driver looking for something different from your usual HGV driving role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Please call SRG Recruitment on (phone number removed) and speak with Matt, Ben or Ruby, or send us your CV to be considered</p>