Job Description
Are you ready to get stuck into the world of live Events? At Neon Arena services we want you to be a part of our hands-on team. If you thrive in fast paces environments this is the perfect opportunity for you! From bringing concerts and live events to life to creating the perfect set up for a variety of sports events and astonishing exhibitions. We're seeking team players who are ready to roll up their sleeves and make every event unforgettable. If your passionate and ready to take on a new challenge apply now and be a vital part of our team. Let’s create memorable experiences together in our new season!
- Locations of work: Work at Birmingham’s biggest venues – Utilita Arena Birmingham, BP Pulse Live, and the NEC Halls.
- Every day is different: One day you will be building concerts from scratch, assisting in building stages, putting our flat floor seats. The next you might find yourself travelling with our crew across the country building temporary flooring for sports events such as basketball and badminton.
- Not your average job: This is hands-on dynamic work where you will help bring some of the UK’s largest events to life- as you are aware Live events don’t stop! And neither do our shifts, we offer a range from 4 to 12 hour shifts a day meaning you can pick dates and times that suit you!
- What we're looking for: we want team players to be physically fit and ready for action. We need you to be able to communicate well and work with the team and get the job done. This job role does require manual handling and heavy lifting.
- Start date: Flexible throughout September/ October, to align with the start of our season.
What You will Be Doing: As part of our practical team you will be working on essential tasks, such as:
- Building and dismantling stages and seating for world-class shows and exhibitions
- Constructing stands and temporary structures that shape entire events.
- Loading and unloading trucks full of equipment – every show starts with you!
- Rigging and de-rigging equipment – it is all about the setup!
- Heavy lifting to make sure everything runs smoothly.
- Sports Flooring laying and dismantling temporary floors
What You’ll Get: At Neon Arena Services, we believe in rewarding hard work:
- Accredited training if you prove yourself to be a valuable member of our crew, we will give you the opportunity for paid training, helping you grow in the live events industry.
- Opportunities for advancement in one of the most exciting sectors out there.
- Starting pay of £13.26/hour, plus holiday pay at £1.44/hour (skill payments for crew chiefs, plant operators, drivers, and exhibition carpet fitters – earn more as you learn more!)
- Perks: Free parking, Neon T-shirt, pension scheme available and more.
Job Types: Zero hours contract
Pay: £13.26 per hour crew / £14.28 forklift drivers
Preferred Experience:
- Event Crewing: 1 year (but don’t worry, we’ll train you!)
- Licence/Certification: In date Forklift Licence preferred, counterbalanced.
Location: In person at Birmingham’s top venues (B1 2AA – Utilita Arena Birmingham and BP Pulse Live)
Pay: £13.26 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Event Crewing: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: £13.26 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
