Job Title : Plant & Fleet Mechanic Location : Sherburn in Elmet Salary: £18.00+ per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Job type: Full time, Permanent. Working Hours: Low Season: 08:00 - 17:00 Peak Season: 07:00 - 18:00 (as required) Additional overtime and Saturday working opportunities are available during the busy summer season. Acorn Event Structures is one of the UK's leading suppliers of temporary structures and staging solutions for the events industry. We deliver infrastructure for major festivals, concerts, tours, and events throughout the UK and Europe. We are currently seeking a Plant & Fleet Mechanic to join our team at our headquarters in Sherburn-in-Elmet. This is a hands-on role responsible for the inspection, servicing, maintenance, and repair of our fleet of plant equipment and commercial vehicles, helping to ensure they remain safe, compliant, and operational throughout our busy events season. Our fleet includes forklifts, Moffett trucks, reach trucks, roto telehandlers, trailers, commercial vehicles, and various items of small plant equipment. This position would suit an experienced plant, forklift, HGV, agricultural, or vehicle mechanic looking for a varied role within a fast-paced business. The Role: As Plant & Fleet Mechanic, you will be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance, inspections, fault diagnosis, and repairs across the company's fleet and plant equipment. You will work closely with the Operations and Transport teams to minimise downtime and ensure all equipment is maintained to a high standard. The role is primarily based in our yard and workshop facilities, although some work will be undertaken outdoors, requiring flexibility in all weather conditions. Key Responsibilities: Carry out routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and repairs on company plant and fleet vehicles. Complete daily, weekly, and monthly inspections and safety checks. Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and operational faults. Maintain accurate maintenance records, service schedules, and inspection documentation. Prepare equipment for LOLER inspections, servicing, and external audits where required. Assist in managing parts stock. Support vehicle and plant compliance requirements. Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures. Essential Requirements: Previous experience in plant, forklift, agricultural, HGV, commercial vehicle, or automotive maintenance. Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills. Experience carrying out routine servicing and repairs. Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively. Good organisational and record-keeping skills. Reliable, punctual, and proactive approach to work. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Requirements: Experience working on forklifts, Moffett trucks, telehandlers, or other materials-handling equipment. Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems. Relevant mechanical or engineering qualifications. Forklift operator licence. HGV licence. Experience with LOLER or PUWER inspection requirements. Additional language skills. Benefits: Overtime opportunities during peak season. Company pension. On-site parking. Work on a diverse range of specialist plant and fleet equipment. Opportunity to be part of a company supporting some of the UK's largest events and festivals. Candidates with experience of: Fleet Mechanic, Plant Mechanic, Plant Fitter, Mobile Plant Fitter, Plant Maintenance Technician, Fleet Maintenance Technician, HGV Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Mechanic, Forklift Engineer, Forklift Service Engineer, Telehandler Mechanic, Agricultural Mechanic, Workshop Mechanic, LGV Technician, Vehicle Maintenance Technician, and Plant and Equipment Technician, may also be considered for this role.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Plant & Fleet Mechanic Location : Sherburn in Elmet Salary: £18.00+ per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Job type: Full time, Permanent. Working Hours: Low Season: 08:00 - 17:00 Peak Season: 07:00 - 18:00 (as required) Additional overtime and Saturday working opportunities are available during the busy summer season. Acorn Event Structures is one of the UK's leading suppliers of temporary structures and staging solutions for the events industry. We deliver infrastructure for major festivals, concerts, tours, and events throughout the UK and Europe. We are currently seeking a Plant & Fleet Mechanic to join our team at our headquarters in Sherburn-in-Elmet. This is a hands-on role responsible for the inspection, servicing, maintenance, and repair of our fleet of plant equipment and commercial vehicles, helping to ensure they remain safe, compliant, and operational throughout our busy events season. Our fleet includes forklifts, Moffett trucks, reach trucks, roto telehandlers, trailers, commercial vehicles, and various items of small plant equipment. This position would suit an experienced plant, forklift, HGV, agricultural, or vehicle mechanic looking for a varied role within a fast-paced business. The Role: As Plant & Fleet Mechanic, you will be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance, inspections, fault diagnosis, and repairs across the company's fleet and plant equipment. You will work closely with the Operations and Transport teams to minimise downtime and ensure all equipment is maintained to a high standard. The role is primarily based in our yard and workshop facilities, although some work will be undertaken outdoors, requiring flexibility in all weather conditions. Key Responsibilities: Carry out routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and repairs on company plant and fleet vehicles. Complete daily, weekly, and monthly inspections and safety checks. Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and operational faults. Maintain accurate maintenance records, service schedules, and inspection documentation. Prepare equipment for LOLER inspections, servicing, and external audits where required. Assist in managing parts stock. Support vehicle and plant compliance requirements. Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures. Essential Requirements: Previous experience in plant, forklift, agricultural, HGV, commercial vehicle, or automotive maintenance. Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills. Experience carrying out routine servicing and repairs. Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively. Good organisational and record-keeping skills. Reliable, punctual, and proactive approach to work. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Requirements: Experience working on forklifts, Moffett trucks, telehandlers, or other materials-handling equipment. Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems. Relevant mechanical or engineering qualifications. Forklift operator licence. HGV licence. Experience with LOLER or PUWER inspection requirements. Additional language skills. Benefits: Overtime opportunities during peak season. Company pension. On-site parking. Work on a diverse range of specialist plant and fleet equipment. Opportunity to be part of a company supporting some of the UK's largest events and festivals. Candidates with experience of: Fleet Mechanic, Plant Mechanic, Plant Fitter, Mobile Plant Fitter, Plant Maintenance Technician, Fleet Maintenance Technician, HGV Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Mechanic, Forklift Engineer, Forklift Service Engineer, Telehandler Mechanic, Agricultural Mechanic, Workshop Mechanic, LGV Technician, Vehicle Maintenance Technician, and Plant and Equipment Technician, may also be considered for this role.
Job Title : Yard Manager Location : Sherburn in Elmet Salary: Competitive salary based on experience. £18 min per hour Job type: Full time, Permanent Acorn Event Structures are one of the UK's leading suppliers of temporary structures and staging solutions to the live events industry. We deliver large-scale temporary structures, staging, and infrastructure to some of the biggest festivals, concerts, tours, sporting events, and outdoor events across the UK and Europe. Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Yard Manager to join our team and help oversee the day-to-day running of our busy depot. The Role: As Yard Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management, organisation, and efficiency of the yard operation. You will oversee all areas of the depot, managing Area Supervisors and Yard Operatives to ensure equipment is prepared, maintained, loaded, unloaded, and stored correctly to support our demanding event schedules. Working closely with the Operations Team, Materials Stock Manager, and Directors, you will play a key role in planning workloads, allocating resources, scheduling yard activities, and ensuring the depot operates efficiently at all times. This role requires a confident leader who can maintain high standards, motivate teams, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly. Key Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations of the yard and depot. Lead, support, and develop Area Supervisors and Yard Operatives. Schedule and coordinate yard activities to meet operational deadlines and project requirements. Work closely with Operations, the Materials Stock Manager, and Directors to ensure equipment and materials are prepared and available when required. Monitor workloads and allocate labour resources effectively across all yard departments. Ensure all equipment, staging, structures, and event materials are processed efficiently through the depot. . Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the yard and warehouse areas. Drive operational improvements to maximise productivity and efficiency. Identify operational issues and implement practical solutions. Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on depot performance. About You: The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and management skills, be highly organised, confident, approachable, and capable of making decisions in a busy operational environment. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities and leading teams to deliver results under pressure. Essential Requirements: Proven experience in a supervisory or management role. Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent organisational and planning abilities. Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines. Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with multiple departments. Experience managing operational teams in a fast-paced environment. A proactive and hands-on approach to problem solving. Desirable Experience: Experience within construction, temporary structures, events, logistics, or a similar operational environment. Knowledge of stock management and materials control. Experience managing large yards, depots, or warehouse operations. Forklift, telehandler, or plant machinery knowledge. What We Offer: Competitive salary based on experience. £18 min per hour Opportunity to join one of the industry's leading temporary structure suppliers. Varied and challenging work supporting major festivals, tours, and events across the UK and Europe. Supportive management team and opportunities for progression. A key leadership role within a growing and ambitious business. If you are a motivated leader with the ability to organise people, processes, and resources effectively, and you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you. Candidates with experience of: Depot Manager, Yard Operations Manager, Depot Operations Manager, Logistics Yard Manager, Warehouse and Yard Manager, Materials Yard Manager, Site Yard Manager, Operations Manager - Depot, Event Logistics Manager, Temporary Structures Depot Manager, Staging Operations Manager, Stock and Yard Manager, Distribution Yard Manager, and Yard Supervisor, may also be considered for this role.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Yard Manager Location : Sherburn in Elmet Salary: Competitive salary based on experience. £18 min per hour Job type: Full time, Permanent Acorn Event Structures are one of the UK's leading suppliers of temporary structures and staging solutions to the live events industry. We deliver large-scale temporary structures, staging, and infrastructure to some of the biggest festivals, concerts, tours, sporting events, and outdoor events across the UK and Europe. Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Yard Manager to join our team and help oversee the day-to-day running of our busy depot. The Role: As Yard Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management, organisation, and efficiency of the yard operation. You will oversee all areas of the depot, managing Area Supervisors and Yard Operatives to ensure equipment is prepared, maintained, loaded, unloaded, and stored correctly to support our demanding event schedules. Working closely with the Operations Team, Materials Stock Manager, and Directors, you will play a key role in planning workloads, allocating resources, scheduling yard activities, and ensuring the depot operates efficiently at all times. This role requires a confident leader who can maintain high standards, motivate teams, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly. Key Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations of the yard and depot. Lead, support, and develop Area Supervisors and Yard Operatives. Schedule and coordinate yard activities to meet operational deadlines and project requirements. Work closely with Operations, the Materials Stock Manager, and Directors to ensure equipment and materials are prepared and available when required. Monitor workloads and allocate labour resources effectively across all yard departments. Ensure all equipment, staging, structures, and event materials are processed efficiently through the depot. . Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the yard and warehouse areas. Drive operational improvements to maximise productivity and efficiency. Identify operational issues and implement practical solutions. Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on depot performance. About You: The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and management skills, be highly organised, confident, approachable, and capable of making decisions in a busy operational environment. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities and leading teams to deliver results under pressure. Essential Requirements: Proven experience in a supervisory or management role. Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent organisational and planning abilities. Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines. Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with multiple departments. Experience managing operational teams in a fast-paced environment. A proactive and hands-on approach to problem solving. Desirable Experience: Experience within construction, temporary structures, events, logistics, or a similar operational environment. Knowledge of stock management and materials control. Experience managing large yards, depots, or warehouse operations. Forklift, telehandler, or plant machinery knowledge. What We Offer: Competitive salary based on experience. £18 min per hour Opportunity to join one of the industry's leading temporary structure suppliers. Varied and challenging work supporting major festivals, tours, and events across the UK and Europe. Supportive management team and opportunities for progression. A key leadership role within a growing and ambitious business. If you are a motivated leader with the ability to organise people, processes, and resources effectively, and you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you. Candidates with experience of: Depot Manager, Yard Operations Manager, Depot Operations Manager, Logistics Yard Manager, Warehouse and Yard Manager, Materials Yard Manager, Site Yard Manager, Operations Manager - Depot, Event Logistics Manager, Temporary Structures Depot Manager, Staging Operations Manager, Stock and Yard Manager, Distribution Yard Manager, and Yard Supervisor, may also be considered for this role.
Job Title : HGV Class 1 Driver Location : Sherburn in Elmet Salary: Rate from £14 per hour, depending on experience Job type: Full time, Permanent. Hours will vary to suit the needs of the business and the live events schedule. Be part of the team behind some of the UKs biggest live events. At Acorn Event Structures, we deliver large-scale temporary structures, staging, and event infrastructure for major festivals, touring productions, concerts, sporting events, and live entertainment projects across the UK. We are looking for experienced and motivated HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our growing team based in Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds. This is not just a driving role - we are looking for hands-on team players who are happy to get involved on-site, in the yard, and as part of the wider event delivery team. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in your work, and want to be part of delivering world-class live events, we would love to hear from you. The Role: As an HGV Class 1 Driver at Acorn Event Structures, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery and collection of equipment to sites across the UK. This is a hands-on role and applicants must be prepared to assist with loading and unloading vehicles, support yard operations, and help crews on-site where required to ensure event deadlines are achieved. No two days are the same - one day you may be delivering staging equipment to a festival site, the next assisting with loading structures for the next event. Key Responsibilities: Safely transport equipment to and from event sites across the UK Load and unload vehicles both in the yard and on-site Assist site crews with general labouring and operational support where required Ensure all deliveries and collections are completed safely and on schedule Check loads with the Logistics Manager before departure Complete daily vehicle inspections and report defects promptly to Fleet & Compliance Manager Operate vehicles in accordance with all road transport laws and tachograph regulations Maintain high standards of vehicle care and presentation Support yard operations during quieter transport periods Adhere to all company health & safety procedures and policies What We're Looking For: Essential; Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence Driver CPC qualification Digital Tachograph Card Good understanding of driver hours and tachograph regulations A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team Flexible approach to working hours and travel (tramping will be required) Physically fit and happy to work in a hands-on environment Desirable; Moffett licence Plant machinery tickets/cards Previous experience within the events, staging, construction, or temporary structures industry What We Offer: Rate from £14, depending on experience Nights out reimbursed at £30 per night Immediate start available 3% company pension or salary exchange scheme 21 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Additional 1 day of holiday per year of service Varied and exciting work within the live events industry Opportunity to work on major festivals, concerts, touring productions, and sporting events Supportive and hardworking team environment Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Class 1, Driver, HGV Driver, HGV Class 1 Driver, HGV Class 1, Logistics Driver, Transport Coordinator, Transport Driver, Delivery Driver, may also be considered for this role.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Job Title : HGV Class 1 Driver Location : Sherburn in Elmet Salary: Rate from £14 per hour, depending on experience Job type: Full time, Permanent. Hours will vary to suit the needs of the business and the live events schedule. Be part of the team behind some of the UKs biggest live events. At Acorn Event Structures, we deliver large-scale temporary structures, staging, and event infrastructure for major festivals, touring productions, concerts, sporting events, and live entertainment projects across the UK. We are looking for experienced and motivated HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our growing team based in Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds. This is not just a driving role - we are looking for hands-on team players who are happy to get involved on-site, in the yard, and as part of the wider event delivery team. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in your work, and want to be part of delivering world-class live events, we would love to hear from you. The Role: As an HGV Class 1 Driver at Acorn Event Structures, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery and collection of equipment to sites across the UK. This is a hands-on role and applicants must be prepared to assist with loading and unloading vehicles, support yard operations, and help crews on-site where required to ensure event deadlines are achieved. No two days are the same - one day you may be delivering staging equipment to a festival site, the next assisting with loading structures for the next event. Key Responsibilities: Safely transport equipment to and from event sites across the UK Load and unload vehicles both in the yard and on-site Assist site crews with general labouring and operational support where required Ensure all deliveries and collections are completed safely and on schedule Check loads with the Logistics Manager before departure Complete daily vehicle inspections and report defects promptly to Fleet & Compliance Manager Operate vehicles in accordance with all road transport laws and tachograph regulations Maintain high standards of vehicle care and presentation Support yard operations during quieter transport periods Adhere to all company health & safety procedures and policies What We're Looking For: Essential; Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence Driver CPC qualification Digital Tachograph Card Good understanding of driver hours and tachograph regulations A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team Flexible approach to working hours and travel (tramping will be required) Physically fit and happy to work in a hands-on environment Desirable; Moffett licence Plant machinery tickets/cards Previous experience within the events, staging, construction, or temporary structures industry What We Offer: Rate from £14, depending on experience Nights out reimbursed at £30 per night Immediate start available 3% company pension or salary exchange scheme 21 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Additional 1 day of holiday per year of service Varied and exciting work within the live events industry Opportunity to work on major festivals, concerts, touring productions, and sporting events Supportive and hardworking team environment Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Class 1, Driver, HGV Driver, HGV Class 1 Driver, HGV Class 1, Logistics Driver, Transport Coordinator, Transport Driver, Delivery Driver, may also be considered for this role.
