Venue Rigging Operations Lead (18-Month FTC) – Hybrid

Production Futures Limited; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + 8 Statutory

Christmas/New Year closure

Team building events

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work

Onsite occupational therapist

Job summary

UK Rigging is seeking a Venue Rigging Operations Manager for an 18-month fixed-term contract, based at Bolton HQ with initial Edinburgh travel. You will lead a small team across Bolton and Edinburgh, manage client deadlines, and maintain high safety and professional standards. Some site visits are expected to build relationships.

The role combines office and on-site activity, with 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and occasional travel to client venues as part of duties.

Qualifications

• Technical background in live production or events; rigging knowledge is a plus.
• Experience leading a small team and managing staff remotely.
• Strong PC skills, particularly Excel; able to learn new software quickly.
• CAD skills are beneficial; training provided on the job.
• Calm, confident communicator with good time and team management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities of the Venue Rigging department, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Manage a hybrid team of 3 across Bolton and Edinburgh with remote coordination.
• Lead client enquiries, deadlines, and ensure compliance paperwork is completed on time.
• Coordinate with venues, productions and freelance Rigging Managers UK-wide.
• undertake site visits to build client relationships and understand operations.

Skills

Live production

Rigging knowledge

People management

Communication

Time management

Excel

Google Workspace

Education

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

UK Rigging is seeking a Venue Rigging Operations Manager for an 18-month fixed-term contract, based at Bolton HQ with initial Edinburgh travel. You will lead a small team across Bolton and Edinburgh, manage client deadlines, and maintain high safety and professional standards. Some site visits are expected to build relationships.

The role combines office and on-site activity, with 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and occasional travel to client venues as part of duties.