Seating Rigger

Arena Event Services Group Ltd; Swindon; Presencial; GBP 17.000 - 22.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

25 days annual leave plus bank hols

Health Care Cash Plan

Company Sick Pay

24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline

Cycle to Work Scheme

Long Service Awards

Ongoing training and development

Descripción de la vacante

Arena Event Services Group Ltd is seeking a Seating Rigger to work on-site at UK events, supporting the installation and dismantling of seating and temporary infrastructure. You will join an experienced delivery team and learn hands-on under guidance from on-site management.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and a proactive approach, with training provided. Flexibility for travel and weekend work is required as events vary across the UK.

Formación

• No previous rigging experience required; full training will be provided.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• Willingness to travel regularly and work away from home when required.
• Good level of physical fitness and mobility for manual handling tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with the installation and dismantling of seating structures and temporary event infrastructure.
• Follow instructions from Site Management and work safely at all times.
• Load and unload vehicles and prepare equipment for site operations.
• Complete site paperwork accurately when required.
• Support with measuring, cutting, and preparing materials using the correct tools and equipment.
• Assist with marking out seating structures and preparing work areas.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organised site.
• Follow seating plans, drawings, and instructions to complete tasks efficiently.
• Wear and maintain PPE and site equipment.
• Report safety concerns, incidents, or hazards promptly.
• Support colleagues and contribute positively to team performance.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required.

Conocimientos

Full UK Driving Licence

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Willingness to travel

Descripción del empleo

Hours: 40 hours per week worked over 5 days, worked between Monday to Sunday, with occasional weekend work and overtime opportunities

Salary: Competitive + overtime opportunities + excellent benefits package + work at some of the UK's biggest live events

Work Behind the Scenes at Some of the UK's Biggest Events

Have you ever watched a major sporting event, concert, festival, or live show and wondered how it all comes together?

What You'll Be Doing

As a Seating Rigger, you'll work on-site as part of the delivery team, supporting the installation and dismantling of seating structures and event infrastructure. You'll take instruction from the Site Operations Manager and on-site management team while developing your skills through hands‑on training and experience.

Working as part of an experienced team, you'll help deliver safe, high-quality seating solutions for sporting events, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, and other large-scale live events across the UK.

No two days are the same, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, practical work, and being part of a team that delivers exceptional results.

Your Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation and dismantling of seating structures and temporary event infrastructure.
• Follow instructions from Site Management and work safely at all times.
• Load and unload vehicles and prepare equipment for site operations.
• Complete site paperwork accurately when required.
• Support with measuring, cutting, and preparing materials using the correct tools and equipment.
• Assist with marking out seating structures and preparing work areas.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organised site.
• Follow seating plans, drawings, and instructions to complete tasks efficiently.
• Wear and maintain appropriate PPE and site equipment.
• Report safety concerns, incidents, or hazards promptly.
• Support colleagues and contribute positively to team performance.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required.

What You'll Need

• No previous rigging experience required - full training will be provided.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• Willingness to travel regularly and work away from home when required.
• A good level of physical fitness and mobility to undertake manual handling tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

What We're Looking For

• Reliable and eager to learn new skills.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in different environments.
• Safety-conscious and committed to following procedures.
• A strong team player with a positive attitude.
• A good communicator who listens and follows instructions.
• Hardworking, self-motivated, and proactive.
• Resilient and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Organised and focused on completing tasks to a high standard.
• Flexible with working hours and travel requirements.
• Committed to delivering excellent service and quality workmanship.

Why Join Arena?

At Arena, you'll be part of a team that delivers seating and event infrastructure for some of the UK's most prestigious sporting, entertainment, exhibition, and live events. You'll play a direct role in creating the spaces where thousands of people come together to enjoy unforgettable experiences.

You’ll receive full training, opportunities to develop specialist skills, and the chance to build a long‑term career within a leading events business.

If you're looking for a varied, hands‑on role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future, including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Company Sick Pay
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a growing and ambitious business

• No previous rigging experience required - full training will be provided.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• Forklift Licence desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to travel regularly and work away from home when required.
• A good level of physical fitness and mobility to undertake manual handling tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.