Seating Rigging Apprentice — Travel UK, Hands-on Training

Arena Event Services Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave + bank holidays

Health Care Cash Plan

Group Personal Pension Scheme

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Company Sick Pay

24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline

Job summary

Arena is hiring a Seating Rigger to join our on-site delivery team across the UK. No prior rigging experience required; we provide training and support to help you build a rewarding career.

You’ll assist with installation and dismantling of seating and event infrastructure while working with an experienced team to deliver safe, high‑quality solutions for major events. 40 hours per week with travel, overtime opportunities, and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Forklift Licence is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with 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 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.

Skills

Reliable and eager to learn

Adaptable

Safety-conscious

Team player

Good communicator

Hardworking

Self-motivated

Proactive

Resilient

Organised

Flexible with hours/travel

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Forklift Licence (desirable)

Job description

Arena is hiring a Seating Rigger to join our on-site delivery team across the UK. No prior rigging experience required; we provide training and support to help you build a rewarding career.

You’ll assist with installation and dismantling of seating and event infrastructure while working with an experienced team to deliver safe, high‑quality solutions for major events. 40 hours per week with travel, overtime opportunities, and a strong benefits package.