Company Overview
Rigging Team provides specialist rigging, automation, and performer flying services to the entertainment industry. We are committed to safety, creativity, and delivering exceptional customer experiences in sectors such as TV, theatre, and events. Our friendly and motivated team values a culture of excellence and innovation.
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Role Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Lifting Equipment Inspector to join our UK Team operating both at our UK Headquarters in Stevenage, and Nationwide at client venues.
Reporting to the Inspections Manager, you will be responsible for conducting inspections of Lifting Equipment across internal company-owned equipment and on-site client-owned equipment, including hoists, trusses, rigging accessories and personal fall protection equipment (PFPE), in accordance with the strict rules and high standards expected of Rigging Team, our clients, and relevant Regulations.
To succeed in this role, you must be an experienced Lifting Equipment Inspector, preferably within the entertainment industry, and have a proven record of inspecting Lifting Equipment. You must hold as a minimum a LEEA Foundation Course (FOU) qualification and have an excellent knowledge and understanding of LOLER and PUWER. You should also be well organised, able to manage detailed requirements to tight timescales, and comfortable to prioritise and organise your own workload.
A high level of attention to detail, self-motivation, focus, and a commitment to providing high quality results and continued learning are required to ensure that every client has an excellent experience when working with Rigging Team.
This is a full-time role involving travelling to client locations across the UK as well as operating for our Stevenage Headquarters. Normal working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, but due to the nature of our industry and the requirement to travel, a flexible approach to working hours and the possibility of some evening/weekend work may be required.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to join our friendly and passionate team as we continue to grow and expand within an exciting and challenging industry. This position will have direct and active involvement of the on-going development of the Inspection Department, such as operational improvements, business development , or being a coach/mentor to candidates of our Trainee Lifting Equipment Inspector scheme.
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Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough inspection, testing, and maintenance of all company-owned and client-owned lifting and rigging equipment, ladders/access equipment, and PFPE.
- Ensure all inspection data is accurately recorded in the company’s inspection and asset management software.
- Produce inspection reports, test certificates, and other documentation as required.
- Work alongside, and lead, small teams of freelance inspectors whilst on-site at client venues.
- Identify defective or damaged equipment and manage repair or quarantine processes as necessary.
- Assist in maintaining compliance with LOLER, PUWER, and other relevant UK Legislation and industry standards.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of inspection procedures and documentation systems.
- Liaise with the Warehouse Manager and other departments to coordinate equipment availability and maintenance schedules.
- Support external inspections and audits as required.
- At all times to work in compliance with the company’s policies and vision.
- Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security.
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Additional Responsibilities
- Support other team members and departments as required.
- Help to develop the skill base of other internal staff.
- Seek to continually learn and grow your technical and interpersonal skills.
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Business Development
- Work as part of the team to build and develop the company.
- Act as an ambassador for the company at all times.
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Essential Skills and Experience Required
- LEEA Foundation Course (FOU).
- Excellent knowledge of LOLER and PUWER and applicable HSE regulations.
- Experience working in a similar role, ideally within the entertainment industry.
- Knowledge of entertainment rigging equipment.
- Willingness to travel extensively across the UK and work on-site and client venues.
- Valid UK driving licence.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in fluent English.
- Computer literate and familiar with MS Office.
- High level of attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Proactive attitude towards safety and ensure that any equipment defects are dealt with promptly.
- Able to work safely and methodically, with a high level of attention to detail and awareness of task timescales.
- Be happy working both individually and as part of a team, have a flexible attitude to working hours.
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Desirable Skills and Experience Required
- LEEA Lifting Equipment General (LEG).
- LEEA Lifting Machines Manual (LMM).
- LEEA Lifting Machines Power (LMP).
- IPAF 1b, 3a, 3b.
- Working knowledge of Electronics Chain Hoists (i.e. EXE).
- Knowledge of event rigging and entertainment industry standards.
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This job description is neither exclusive nor exhaustive, as there may be other duties and requirements associated with the post, and will be subject to review. The duties listed may be amended, as may the character of the position or the level of responsibility.
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Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a LEEA Foundation Certificate (FOU)?
- Do you have a working knowledge of LOLER and PUWER regulations?
- Do you have a working knowledge of Electronic Chain Hoists?
- Do you have previous experience of event rigging within the entertainment industry?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Stevenage SG1 2BH
