Marquee and Porterage Operative

Sodexo; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A global service organization is seeking a Marquee and Porterage Operative to support Armed Forces personnel at HM Naval Base Portsmouth. The role includes erecting and dismantling marquess for events, performing porterage duties, and ensuring safety during setups. Candidates should have a Full UK Driving Licence and effective communication skills. This position offers 30 hours per week with various benefits, including wellbeing support and financial discounts.

Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Career Growth

Work Perks

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Willingness to undergo relevant training.
• Ability to start early/finish late and work off site.
• Experience with forklift preferred, training available.

Responsibilities

• Erect and dismantle marquess for up to 500 people.
• Perform porterage duties, assisting with office moves.
• Occasionally operate a Forklift Truck in the waste area.
• Scan ground areas for hazards during setup.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Forklift operation

Tool usage

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

30 hours per week
4 days out of 7 per week
£12.71 rising to £14.21 after training including PASMA, Marquee Erection Training, and Cat Scanning
10% discount on Costcutter shop on site
Free car parking
Reduced cost use of gym on site
Subsidised food available on site
Access to Historic Dockyard at FMSP Portsmouth
Families Day and other special events on site
Sodexo rewards and benefits
Discounts at Sodexo partner brands

Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position.

Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline – the destination you should input is PO1 4QT.

About the role

This is a fabulous opportunity to join a global organisation with over 500,000 colleagues worldwide as a Marquee and Porterage Operative and provide support to Armed Forces personnel at HM Naval Base Portsmouth, PO1 4QT. Play your part in making rewarding occasions special for our Armed Forces Personnel. There will be occasional travel to other locations to provide event support.

Responsibilities

• Erecting and dismantling marquess for up to 500 people
• Erect and dismantle tower platforms
• Porterage duties including assisting with office moves, moving filing cabinets, lockers, etc.
• Occasionally working in the waste area moving pallets using a Forklift Truck
• Scan ground areas for hazards which could be caused during the Marquee and seating area siting

Qualifications & Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Forklift experience is preferred, but training will be given if you do not hold certifications. However, be aware that you will be required to undergo training if you do not have a relevant forklift qualification.
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Be willing to start early/finish late and work off site
• Willing to undergo relevant training
• Willing to use tools
• Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position.

Benefits

• Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit
• Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities
• Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform
• Sodexo for more than just a job—be part of something bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, and make an impact every day