Event Logistics Driver

Overview

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Are you a proactive and safety-conscious driver with a strong understanding of logistics and delivery operations? Chester Race Company have a great casual opportunity for a Logistics Driver to support our Catering Company, Horseradish for the wide range of events they conduct and deliver.

This role involves the safe transportation of staff to various venues, timely delivery of stock and furniture, and the efficient loading and unloading of inventory to support smooth logistical operations.

About Chester Race Company

Chester Race Company Ltd is one of the North West’s best-known and most-admired brands. It is an evolving organisation with a broad portfolio but retaining Horseracing at its core. The Company operates three racecourses, Chester, Bangor-on-Dee and Musselburgh, in Scotland. At Chester, we also own and operate – a hotel, a vibrant pub and have other property interests in the city. Not to mention our in-house caterers, Horseradish and our staffing brand – Thyme People. With that much diversity in our business, no two days are the same!

General responsibilities

• Follow delivery and collection schedules accurately, ensuring timely arrivals and departures for event setups and breakdowns
• Safely load, transport, and unload event equipment, materials, and structures to and from venues
• Responsibly transport team members to event locations prior to shift start times
• Plan and follow efficient routes using GPS or maps, accounting for traffic, road closures, or time restrictions
• Conduct vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness and report any maintenance needs or damage

Skills and Attributes

• A valid UK driving license with a clean driving history is mandatory
• A Class 1 driving license is desirable
• Proficient and comfortable with driving different vehicles such as minibuses and vans
• Strong knowledge of GPS systems and route planning to ensure timely deliveries
• Skilled in manual handling such as safely loading, unloading, and securing equipment and event materials
• Strong understanding of transport regulations and on-site safety protocols
• Clear and professional communication with team members, clients, and venue staff

Rate of pay

£15.25 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

Shift availability

This is a zero hour contract, so shift opportunities can vary. You can choose which shifts you are available for. Typically evening and weekend work; Horseradish have many events needing logistical driver support.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing