Seating Rigging Technician — UK Travel & Training

Arena Event Services Group; Newbury; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Health Care Cash Plan

Group Personal Pension

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Company Sick Pay

24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline

Job summary

Arena Event Services Group is seeking a motivated Seating Rigger to join our field delivery team across the UK. No previous rigging experience is required as full training will be provided, and you will learn on the job while supporting installation and dismantling of seating structures for major events.

This role is outdoors, involves travel and working away from home, and offers 40 hours per week with overtime opportunities and a benefits package.

Qualifications

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

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 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.
• No previous rigging experience required - full training will be provided.

Skills

Reliable

Eager to learn

Safety-conscious

Team player

Good communicator

Hardworking

Flexible hours/travel

Proactive

Resilient

Organised

Education

Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Tools

Full UK Driving Licence

Forklift Licence (desirable)

Job description

Arena Event Services Group is seeking a motivated Seating Rigger to join our field delivery team across the UK. No previous rigging experience is required as full training will be provided, and you will learn on the job while supporting installation and dismantling of seating structures for major events.

This role is outdoors, involves travel and working away from home, and offers 40 hours per week with overtime opportunities and a benefits package.