HGV1 Hiab Driver in Thame, Oxfordshire
Posted by Prime Placers
About the role
Prime Placers are recruiting on behalf of a leading equipment supplier to the film and TV industry. They are looking for an experienced HIAB Driver to deliver, load and unload production equipment to studios, sound stages and on-location unit bases across the UK.
This is a varied, fast-paced role where no two days are the same. You'll be working around live production schedules, so reliability, punctuality and a professional attitude on set are essential.
Key responsibilities
- Safely drive a HIAB-equipped rigid or artic vehicle to studios, sets and location sites
- Load, lift and unload equipment using the HIAB crane, including lighting, generators, rigging, grip equipment, cabins, set pieces and staging
- Plan lifts, assess ground conditions and position the vehicle safely on tight or unfamiliar sites
- Secure all loads correctly in line with load restraint and lifting regulations
- Complete daily vehicle and crane checks, reporting any defects promptly
- Liaise with production, location and facilities teams on arrival and collection times
- Complete delivery paperwork, lift records and tachograph records accurately
- Represent the company professionally on set, working discreetly around cast and crew
Requirements
- Valid Class 2 (C) licence - Class 1 (C+E) advantageous
- HIAB / lorry loader certification (ALLMI or equivalent)
- Valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card
- No more than [X] points on licence
- Proven HIAB experience, ideally with site or event deliveries
- Comfortable with early starts, long days and flexible hours to suit shoot schedules
- Good communication and a calm, problem-solving attitude under time pressure
- Film, TV or events industry experience is a big plus but not essential
What's on offer
- Competitive pay with overtime
- Work on high-profile film and TV productions
- [Holiday / pension / uniform / PPE provided / other benefits]
- Steady, ongoing work with a well-established industry supplier
How to apply
Send your CV to sean at Prime Placers
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