Casual Event Crew – Event Base

Tainui Group; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Event Base Auckland is seeking reliable Casual Event Crew Members to join our hands-on team. Based in Auckland with travel across New Zealand, the casual role involves setting up, installing and dismantling event infrastructure alongside a dynamic production crew.

You'll work on marquees, staging and temporary structures, taking part in projects across Aotearoa. If you’re practical, eager to learn and comfortable with early starts, weekends and on-site teamwork, apply now.

Qualifications

• A practical, reliable and hardworking attitude.
• Good physical fitness and ability to undertake manual labour.
• Confidence using basic hand tools and power tools.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take direction.
• Commitment to safe working environment.
• Reliability, punctuality and professionalism for shifts.
• Flexibility to work different hours and travel for projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, assembly and dismantling of event structures and infrastructure.
• Support construction of truss systems, stretch roofs and modular event structures.
• Help with signage, branding installations and simple carpentry tasks.
• Prepare, clean, inspect and organise equipment and materials before events.
• Load/unload vehicles and equipment safely.
• Use hand and power tools safely and correctly.
• Assist with warehouse operations, equipment maintenance and stock checks.
• Work collaboratively with crew, project managers and contractors.
• Follow site instructions and health and safety procedures.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and deliver quality results.

Skills

Practical attitude

Physical fitness

Hand & power tools

Communication & teamwork

Willingness to learn

Safety commitment

Reliability & punctuality

Flexibility & travel

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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An exciting opportunity is available for a Casual Event Crew Member based in Auckland! Get hands-on experience setting up, installing and dismantling event infrastructure while working alongside a dynamic production team. With opportunities to travel across New Zealand, this is a great role for someone who enjoys physical work, teamwork and a fast-paced environment.

Event Base

Location: Auckland, with travel across New Zealand as required

Employment Type: Casual

At Event Base, we’re all about bringing events to life through quality infrastructure, creative builds and practical teamwork.

From marquees and staging to temporary structures and custom event installations, our team works behind the scenes to help deliver successful events and projects across Aotearoa.

We’re looking for reliable, hardworking and motivated individuals to join our team as Casual Event Crew Members.

Whether you have experience in construction, events or other hands-on industries, or you’re simply someone who enjoys practical mahi and is eager to learn, this could be a great opportunity to get involved in the events industry.

Moo te tuunga | About the role

As a Casual Event Crew Member, you’ll play an important part in preparing, building, installing and packing down event infrastructure and temporary structures.

Based in Auckland, with opportunities to travel to project sites throughout New Zealand, this is a hands-on role where no two projects are necessarily the same.

Working alongside the wider production team and reporting to the Crew Lead or Operations Director, you’ll help ensure each project is delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the installation, assembly and dismantling of event structures, marquees, staging and temporary infrastructure.
• Supporting the construction of truss systems, stretch roofs, SPACECUBE and other modular event structures.
• Helping with custom event builds, signage, branding installations and basic carpentry tasks.
• Preparing, cleaning, inspecting and organising equipment and materials before events.
• Loading and unloading vehicles, tools and event equipment safely.
• Using hand tools, power tools and other equipment safely and correctly.
• Assisting with warehouse operations, equipment maintenance and stock checks.
• Working collaboratively with crew members, project managers and contractors.
• Following site instructions, health and safety procedures and established build processes.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and taking pride in delivering quality results.

This is a casual position, meaning working hours will depend on available projects and accepted shifts. Flexibility for early starts, evenings, weekends and travel will be important.

We’re looking for individuals who enjoy working with their hands, take pride in getting the job done and bring a positive attitude to the workplace.

Key requirements of the role include:

• A practical, reliable and hardworking attitude.
• Good physical fitness and the ability to safely undertake manual labour.
• Confidence using basic hand tools and power tools.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• A willingness to learn new skills, take direction and adapt to different tasks.
• A commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Reliability, punctuality and professionalism when attending shifts.
• Flexibility to work different hours and travel for projects when agreed.

The following would be an advantage:

• Previous experience in events, construction, carpentry, rigging or other hands-on industries.
• Relevant licences, qualifications or practical trade skills.
• Experience working with temporary structures, staging or event equipment.

Don’t tick every box?

Not a problem! Previous industry experience is desirable, but not essential for all casual crew positions. If you’re motivated, willing to learn and ready to get stuck into practical mahi, we’d encourage you to apply.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who takes pride in their mahi, works safely and brings a positive attitude to every project.

Noou te rourou | What’s in it for you

Joining Event Base offers an opportunity to gain practical experience in the events and infrastructure industry while contributing to a range of projects across Aotearoa.

This role provides an opportunity to:

• Gain hands on experience in event construction, installations and infrastructure.
• Develop practical skills using tools, equipment and event building systems.
• Work as part of a team delivering different events and projects.
• Experience a variety of working environments, with potential travel throughout New Zealand.
• Build confidence and develop transferable skills in teamwork, communication and safe work practices.
• Learn new skills and continue developing your practical capabilities.

At Event Base, teamwork, reliability and a commitment to getting the job done are important parts of the workplace culture, supported by the company’s “Give a Damn” values.