Hours: 40 hours per week worked over 5 days, worked between Monday to Sunday, with occasional weekend work and overtime opportunities
Salary: Competitive + overtime opportunities + excellent benefits package + work at some of the UK's biggest live events
Work Behind the Scenes at Some of the UK's Biggest Events
Have you ever watched a major sporting event, concert, festival, or live show and wondered how it all comes together?
What You'll Be Doing
As a Seating Rigger, you'll work on-site as part of the delivery team, supporting the installation and dismantling of seating structures and event infrastructure. You'll take instruction from the Site Operations Manager and on-site management team while developing your skills through hands‑on training and experience.
Working as part of an experienced team, you'll help deliver safe, high-quality seating solutions for sporting events, concerts, festivals, exhibitions, and other large-scale live events across the UK.
No two days are the same, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, practical work, and being part of a team that delivers exceptional results.
Your Responsibilities
- Assist with the 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 appropriate 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.
What You'll Need
- No previous rigging experience required - full training will be provided.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
- Willingness to travel regularly and work away from home when required.
- A good level of physical fitness and mobility to undertake manual handling tasks.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
What We're Looking For
- Reliable and eager to learn new skills.
- Adaptable and comfortable working in different environments.
- Safety-conscious and committed to following procedures.
- A strong team player with a positive attitude.
- A good communicator who listens and follows instructions.
- Hardworking, self-motivated, and proactive.
- Resilient and able to remain calm under pressure.
- Organised and focused on completing tasks to a high standard.
- Flexible with working hours and travel requirements.
- Committed to delivering excellent service and quality workmanship.
Why Join Arena?
At Arena, you'll be part of a team that delivers seating and event infrastructure for some of the UK's most prestigious sporting, entertainment, exhibition, and live events. You'll play a direct role in creating the spaces where thousands of people come together to enjoy unforgettable experiences.
You’ll receive full training, opportunities to develop specialist skills, and the chance to build a long‑term career within a leading events business.
If you're looking for a varied, hands‑on role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future, including:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Health Care Cash Plan
- Company Sick Pay
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Long Service Awards
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Career progression within a growing and ambitious business
- No previous rigging experience required - full training will be provided.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
- Forklift Licence desirable but not essential.
- Willingness to travel regularly and work away from home when required.
- A good level of physical fitness and mobility to undertake manual handling tasks.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
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Contact Details:
Arena Event Services Group Ltd Recruitment Team
