CASUAL - Transport & Logistics Support

The University 

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Across the University we have a vast variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, that is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University.

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About the Role

• This role primarily involves working on a mix of day time and evenings, with late nights on weekends.

• Ad hoc van driving to move musical instruments and theatre equipment around Durham City, and occasionally further afield.

• Will work with student leaders, university staff and venue staff to safely load correct equipment and transport to venue, unloading, and then returning at the end of the event.
• The role will be mainly term time only, with a few other dates here and there.
• Will work with student leaders, university staff and venue staff to safely load correct equipment and transport to venue, unloading, and then returning at the end of the event.
• Van provided.

The below role descriptor seeks to capture the main requirements of the role consistently, providing a summary of the key duties of the flexible role to help in setting expectations for applicants, flexible workers and line managers. They are not intended to cover all duties which may be required.

General Person Specification:

Transport & Logistics Support Grade 1

Under instruction from colleagues and following appropriate training: · Safely load, unload and drive equipment between various locations. · Work with stakeholders to ensure transport and logistic requirements are met. NOTE: this role requires a full UK driving licence. There may also be further mandatory requirements relating to the specific role being advertised which will be listed in the job advert.

Further Person Specification:

• Please note: You must be over 25 years of age to apply for the role.

• Cannot be a student as this is not permitted by the Van Hiring Company.

• Comfortable driving luton van with tail lift to venues such as Durham Cathedral.
• Able to load and unload items into van, and safely tie off.
• Able to communicate with a range of stakeholders including students, staff and external venue partners.
• You must have a full UK Driving Licence.

To apply for the role please complete the online application process, uploading a copy of your CV and covering letter.

Interviews will be held w/c 02.11.2026 with shifts available from w/c 09.11.2026 for the successful candidate.