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Van Driver / Warehouse Operative
Van Driver / Warehouse Operative
Location: Loughborough & UK Event Sites
Pay Rate - £12.71 P/H
Temporary Contract – 5 Weeks
Driving Essential
21 Y/O (Due to insurance purposes)
About the Role
We are currently looking for a reliable and proactive Van Driver / Warehouse Operative to join a busy event business supporting projects across the UK.
This is not a traditional warehouse role. The environment is fast-paced, hands-on, and varied, so we are looking for someone who can think on their feet, work efficiently, and get stuck in where needed.
The successful candidate will support warehouse operations, deliveries, collections, and occasional onsite event activity.
Contract Details
Start Date: Monday 25th May
Duration: 5 weeks
Standard Hours: 09:00 – 17:00
Flexibility is essential, including earlier starts, late finishes, and occasional weekend work depending on project schedules and deliveries.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Requirements
Full UK Driving Licence
Must be aged 21 for insurance purposes
Experience driving LWB or XLWB vans
Warehouse or logistics experience
Ability to carry out manual handling and lifting duties
Flexible approach to working hours
Driving & Logistics
Driving company vans for deliveries and collections
Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently
Supporting logistics operations for live projects and events
Assisting with route planning and vehicle preparation
Warehouse Duties
Wrapping and packaging equipment for transportation
Picking and preparing items for projects
Organising and storing equipment
Assisting with stock handling and warehouse organisation
Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
Onsite Support
Assisting with event setup and breakdown when required
Supporting operational teams onsite across projects
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
Enthusiastic, reliable, and proactive
Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment
A confident driver with experience driving LWB or XLWB vans
Able to work within a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Happy to take initiative and support the wider team
Desirable Experience
Experience within events, logistics, operations, or warehouse environments
FLT or IPAF licences (beneficial but not essential)
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, physical work, and being part of a hardworking and supportive team.