Upholsterer / Set and Stage Assistant

Upholsterer / Set and Stage Assistant Manchester, England

Sterling Event Group
Full Time Manchester, England 24453 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

As part of our continuing expansion, we have the opportunity for an enthusiastic Upholsterer / Set and Stage Assistant to join our team. This may be an ideal opportunity for an existing set builder to further their career in the industry. They will be at home in a fast paced, hands on environment and thrive under pressure. Teamwork is a key part of the Sterling culture, all parts of the business support and collaborate to achieve together and our people are the reason our clients’ have been returning year on year for over more than two decades.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Construction / preparation of stock and bespoke scenic items
  • Assistance with covering & preparation of set panels
  • Painting and finishing of scenic elements
  • Organisation of the workshop equipment and consumable items
  • Checking in of equipment returned from hire
  • Onsite scenic construction for events
  • Keep work areas clean and tidy
  • Assistance with stock asset management
  • Comply with company health & safety procedures
  • Loading / unloading of vans and trucks as required
  • Assistance of other departments and other duties to meet the needs of the business

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY ATTRIBUTES OF THE CANDIDATE

  • Junior Carpentry background would be beneficial but not essential
  • 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 work as 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 proactive individuals.

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)
  • After 5 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 healthcare package including fast access to private medical treatment, digital access to a GP, mental health support, in-patient and day-patient treatment, advanced cancer cover 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

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £24,453.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
  • Private medical insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: Set and Stage Assistant

Upholsterer / Set and Stage Assistant
Sterling Event Group

www.sterlingeventgroup.co.uk
Manchester, United Kingdom
Unknown / Non-Applicable
Unknown
Company - Public
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