Technician

GES - Global Experience Specialists; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Private Medical insurance

Life Insurance

Team days

Paid training

Paid Volunteering days

Job summary

GES is seeking an Event Delivery Technician to prepare, install, maintain and dismantle exhibition materials across graphics, features and show-ready solutions. The role focuses on right-first-time delivery with safety and quality at the core, across multiple disciplines in busy event environments.

You will work to approved plans, coordinate with internal teams and venues, and travel as required to support client deliveries.

Qualifications

• Practical installation, construction, graphics, event delivery or fit-out experience.
• Ability to use hand tools and installation equipment safely within competence.
• Good attention to detail and practical problem solving.
• Customer-focused and able to perform under time-critical event conditions.
• Ability to understand basic drawings and schedules.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, install and dismantle exhibition graphics and fabrics to specification.
• Deliver exhibitor-ready stand packages with lighting, graphics and presentation details.
• Coordinate with internal teams and venue staff to meet deadlines.
• Assemble and dismantle modular stand systems and floor coverings.
• Support electrical preparation only when trained and authorised.
• Communicate progress and resolve delivery issues within authority.

Skills

Installation experience

Graphics knowledge

Team collaboration

Time-critical delivery

Safety compliance

Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Hand tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Are you ready to take your technical expertise to the next level?

GES is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Event Delivery Technician to join our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for delivering exceptional service to clients worldwide, this is the opportunity for you!

You will prepare, install, maintain and dismantle exhibition materials and services across multiple disciplines. The role's priority is the right-first-time delivery of Graphics, Features and Show Ready solutions, supported by dependable capability in Stand fitting, Electrics and Flooring. The technician works safely, follows approved plans and standards, resolves practical issues and contributes to cost reduction and customer satisfaction.

Key activities and responsibilities include:

Graphics

• Prepare, handle, inspect and install fabric, rigid, vinyl and other exhibition graphics to the approved specification.
• Check graphic identity, orientation, finish and condition before installation, and report discrepancies immediately.
• Complete replacements and onsite corrective work to a right-first-time standard while minimising damage and waste.

Show Ready

• Prepare and deliver exhibitor-ready stand packages, including furniture, accessories, lighting support, graphics and final presentation details.
• Complete pre-handover checks, close snags and ensure stands are clean, complete and ready for customer occupation.
• Provide a professional customer handover and take ownership of resolving delivery issues within the role's authority.

Features

• Prepare, assemble, install and dismantle feature areas, registration zones, theatres and other event environments.
• Work from drawings, plans, schedules and installation instructions to achieve the intended finish safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate effectively with internal teams, contractors and venue personnel to protect programme deadlines.

Core services capability

• Assemble and dismantle modular stand-fitting systems and associated components.
• Install and remove carpets and other approved exhibition floorcoverings, including layout, trimming and finishing.
• Support electrical equipment preparation, cable management and installation only within demonstrated competence, training and authorisation. Electrical testing, connection and energisation must be completed by appropriately competent and authorised personnel.
• Support picking, checking, loading, unloading, return and storage of event materials.

Operational Excellence and customer service

• Use approved delivery information, drawings, schedules, checklists and digital systems accurately.
• Identify opportunities to standardise installation methods, simplify delivery and reduce labour, travel, material loss, damage, rework and snagging.
• Communicate progress, constraints and corrective actions promptly to the relevant lead.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in warehouses, vehicles and work areas.

General responsibilities

• Represent the business professionally and provide a positive customer experience at all times.
• Comply with company, venue, client and legislative health and safety requirements, including correct use of PPE and prompt reporting of hazards, incidents and near misses.
• Protect materials, equipment, vehicles and customer property, and support accurate stock control and documentation.
• Support sustainability through careful material use, reuse, recycling, damage prevention and waste reduction.
• Undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the role, competence and operational requirements.

Essential knowledge, skills and experience

• Practical installation, construction, graphics, event delivery or fit‑out experience, or strong transferable technical experience.
• Ability to use hand tools and installation equipment safely and correctly within competence.
• Good attention to detail, practical problem solving, communication and teamwork.
• Customer‑focused approach and ability to perform under time‑critical event conditions.
• Ability to understand basic drawings, schedules and written instructions.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible event hours.

Desirable qualifications and experience

• Experience installing exhibition graphics, modular systems, features or floorcoverings.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Relevant access, lifting, first‑aid or site‑safety certification.
• Electrical awareness or authorised exhibition electrical competence appropriate to assigned duties.
• Experience using digital task, stock or project delivery systems.

At GES, we value innovation, excellence, and sustainability. As part of our team, you will play a key role in supporting our core values and sustainability initiatives.

Who we are:

GES is a global full-service provider for the exhibitions industry. We deliver extraordinary event experiences through partnership‑driven productions.

Our vision is to grow with our customers and create a truly sustainable future for events. Introducing innovative technology that opens opportunities for stakeholders to thrive. We want to ensure that the Events Industry continues to thrive in partnership with our people and planet.

Our Values

We deliver our vision by embedding our values throughout our business:

Trust: Trust each other to always be honest and do what is right.

Responsibility: Be responsible for our actions and deliver on our commitments.

Understanding: People come first. Be understanding and compassionate.

Excellence: Provide excellent service and execution

Salary

This role offers a competitive salary, dependent on experience. We operate a reward strategy based on our team members receiving a salary that best reflects their experience and skill level.

Hours of work

Normal working hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm. On occasion you may be required to work evenings and weekends during busy periods to meet the demands of the business.

Annual leave

Our holiday entitlement is 25 days per annum (plus bank holidays and statutory public holidays).

Development and Benefits

At GES we look to equip you with the tools required for you to progress in your career with us. With plenty of internal opportunities to move within the business and the backing of line managers, progression is key to the business growing.

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Private Medical insurance
• Life Insurance
• Team days
• Paid training
• Paid Volunteering days

Equal Opportunities

In compliance with our commitment to diversity and inclusivity, we actively encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all and strive to create a workplace where every individual can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

Discrimination of any form will not be tolerated in our recruitment process, and we are dedicated to fostering an environment that values diversity and promotes fairness and equity for all applicants. Join us in our mission to build a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can succeed.