Build Supervisor (Temporary Event structures )

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events company in the UK is seeking an experienced Event Construction Supervisor. In this hands-on role, you will oversee the installation and management of temporary event structures across the country. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in event supervision and staging, with strong health & safety knowledge and the ability to lead teams effectively. Competitive salary and travel allowances included.

Benefits

Company truck

Fuel card

25 days holiday

Overtime pay

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supervising event structures and seating.
• Knowledge of health & safety compliance on-site.
• Ability to lead teams and manage subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise installation of temporary event structures.
• Lead teams and manage on-site safety compliance.
• Ensure client satisfaction and smooth project delivery.

Skills

Temporary event structures experience

Health & Safety knowledge

On-site leadership

UK driving licence

Education

CSCS certification

SSSTS / SMSTS

Job description

Overview

Event Construction Supervisor — Castle Donnington based; nationwide travel and some staying away required. Salary: £46,000 - £48,000 + overtime + progression + company truck & fuel card + 25 days holiday + allowances.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Event Construction Supervisor to join a leading events company delivering temporary seating and structures for some of the UK's most prestigious sporting and entertainment events.

Are you experienced in temporary event structures, seating, staging, or scaffolding? Do you thrive in fast-paced, hands-on environments, leading small teams and seeing your work come to life at major events across the country?

This well-established company works on a wide range of events, from cricket and rugby tournaments to theatre productions, concerts, and festivals. With a busy pipeline of upcoming projects, they\'re looking for a practical, motivated Supervisor who can take the lead on temporary installations nationwide.

In this role, you\'ll oversee site builds and breakdowns, manage both crews and subcontractors, and ensure full health & safety compliance. You\'ll liaise directly with clients, ensuring every structure is built safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. This is a hands-on position where you\'ll bring designs to life, working across a variety of events and venues, travelling nationwide with all accommodation and allowances provided.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a close-knit, energetic team, contribute to high-profile events, and progress your career in the temporary event structures industry.

The Role

• Supervise temporary seating, staging, and event structure installations
• Lead teams and manage subcontractors on-site
• Oversee inductions, RAMS, and all Health & Safety compliance
• Build, dismantle, and check installations against design plans
• Client-facing - ensuring smooth and safe project delivery

The Person

• Experienced Supervisor from events, staging, seating, or scaffolding backgrounds
• SSSTS / SMSTS and CSCS essential
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge and on-site leadership experience
• UK driving licence - willing to travel and stay away when required
• Hands-on, practical, team-focused, and motivated to deliver outstanding events

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This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

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