Job Reference: NR105
Job Duration:
Start date: ASAP
Description:
JOB TITLE: Scenic Carpenter
LOCATION: Manchester
Travel to event site locations across the UKas required.
JOB TYPE: Permanent, full time
PRIMARY ROLE
As part of their continuing expansion, they have the opportunity for an enthusiastic Scenic Carpenter to join their team as they look to expand their Staging and Set department. The ideal candidate will have varied experience in scenic construction and a good understanding of live event production technologies.They will excel in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and thrive under pressure. Teamwork is a core value of their culture, withall parts of the business supporting and collaborating to achieve success together. Their people are the reason their clients have been returning year after year for more than two decades.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
* On site scenic construction for events around the UK and beyond
* Construction/preparation of stock and bespoke scenic items in our workshop and warehouse facility
* Assistance with covering & preparation of set panels
* Painting and finishing of scenic elements
* Application of vinyl graphics
* Carpeting / finishing of stages
* Organisation of the workshop equipment and consumable items* Checking in of equipment returned from hire
* Keep work areas clean and tidy
* Assistance with stock asset management* Loading/unloading of vans and trucks as required
* Assistance of other departments and other duties to meet the needs of thebusiness
* Comply with company health & safety procedures
QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY ATTRIBUTES OF THE CANDIDATE
* Highly developed carpentry and finishing skills
* Working knowledge of a full range of current scenic and exhibition construction methods, equipment, and practices would be an advantage
* Excellent communication skills with a strong focus on customer service.
* Be highly organised and proactive, with the ability to deal with multiple projects simultaneously
* Ability to workas part of a team or unaccompanied under own initiative
* Excellent time keeping
* Ability to problem solve and to work to deadlines
* High self-motivation and ability to lead by example.
* Flexibility and a can do, customer focused attitude.
* Keen eye for detail and high standards of presentation
* Full UK Driving Licence and own transport
TRAINING & PROGRESSION
On-going training will be provided as the job role requires. We value our team and want to see them progress and develop their skills and career within the organisation. Career progression within our expanding company would be available for proactiveindividuals.
WORKING HOURS
If you have the experience we are looking for then you will already know that this is not a 9'til 5 job. Due to the nature of our industry, we require our employees to have a flexible approach to their working hours. Weekend work will be required. We try hard to manage a work life balance for our team.
HOLIDAYS
* 28 days per year
* After 3 years continuous service you will receive your birthday off (day off can be taken within 7 days of your birthday)
* After5 years continuous service you will receive a further day's holiday
PENSION SCHEME
A company pension scheme which the company contributes to on a monthly basis will be available.
BENEFITS
Following successful completion of probation period, we are delighted to offer the following benefits:
* Award winning, comprehensive health care package including fast access toprivate medical treatment, digital access to a GP, mental health support, in-patient and day-patient treatment, advanced cancercover and out-patient surgical procedures
* Optical, dental, and audiological cover
* Employee assistance programme
* Sick pay scheme
* Long service rewards
* Employee of the month award
* Company social events
* Cycle to work scheme
* Electric vehicle scheme
START DATE
This position is for immediate start
Industry: Hospitality and Catering
Salary:
Salary Benefits:
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Job Skills: Carpentry; Painting & Finishing; Construction
Contact Name: Joseph Kelly
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