At a Glance
- Tasks: Help set up and take down seating for major UK events, ensuring safety and quality.
- Company: Join Arena, a leading events business delivering unforgettable experiences.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days leave, health care plan, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Flexible hours, travel opportunities, and a chance to grow your career.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting live events and develop valuable skills in a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just bring your enthusiasm and a full UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 24300 - 29700 £ per year.
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.
Seating Rigger in Swindon employer: Arena Event Services Group Ltd
Arena Event Services Group Ltd offers competitive salaries and overtime opportunities, along with an excellent benefits package. The company provides full training for its employees, fostering a supportive work environment where individuals can develop their skills while working on-site at major UK events. Employees have the unique opportunity to be part of the behind-the-scenes action at some of the country's biggest live events, contributing to the successful delivery of high-quality seating solutions.
Contact Details:
Arena Event Services Group Ltd Recruitment Team
