Event Rigger
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Position Overview & Specifications
Arena EMEA is temporary event solutions company, designing and delivery complete environments and infrastructures for the most prestigious live events across the UK, Europe, Middle East & Asia. The division’s offering includes temporary structures, seating, scaffolding, interiors, tableware, furniture, and ice rinks. Our clients include: The PGA Tour, Wimbledon, ITV, Kensington Palace, Cheltenham Festival, and more…
We are currently looking for Seating Riggers to join our growing site team on full-time permanent basis.
In this role you will visit prestigious sites across the UK and abroad to erect and dismantle temporary and permanent grandstands, in accordance with project specific plans and CDM regulations for a range of different events throughout the UK. The grandstands vary in size from a small 2-3 hundred stand to several thousands, taking 1-2 days to many weeks to complete.
The core hours are 40 hours per week. Given the nature of the business there is plenty of opportunities to earn overtime at enhanced rates, especially over the peak season.
If you are interested in a career in construction / event services, this is a perfect opportunity to start or develop your career. Full training will be provided.
Main responsibilities:
- Working with seating and scaffolding systems.
- Carrying out physical labour on site.
- Working in a busy construction environment with heavy plant movement, working at height and in all weathers.
- Under supervision - reading and working from site specific plans and layout drawings.
- Loading and unloading of trucks.
- Adhere to site rules, CDM regulations, safe systems of work and company procedures at all times.
Successful candidate will be:
- Physically fit and able to work at heights.
- Willing to commit to long hours and overnight stays.
- Good work ethic and drive to progress.
- Good time keeping.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Professional attitude and conduct.
Desired Qualities:
- Modular scaffolding experience.
- CSCS card
- Plant certificates.
- Driving license.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We offer competitive pay and benefits which include:
- Accommodation and Overnight Allowance when staying away from home
- Training and development opportunities
- Cashback Healthcare Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- 25 days of holidays + bank holidays
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline
- Long Service Awards
- Discounts and cashback deals through our partner portal.
Arena is a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant and is committed to provide additional support for those leaving care by offering them employment opportunities, mentoring and pastoral support.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £11.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Construction
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Event Rigger roles across Arena Event Group Services's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Construction.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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