Crew Chief

About Rapid Crewing

Rapid Crewing provides reliable, professional and hardworking event crew to support the delivery of events across the UK.

We work across a variety of events, including corporate events, festivals, concerts, exhibitions, conferences and private functions.

Our aim is to provide clients with a dependable workforce that takes pride in delivering high standards, working safely and representing Rapid Crewing professionally.

About the Role

We are looking for confident, reliable and motivated individuals to join Rapid Crewing as Event Crew Chiefs.

As a Crew Chief, you will be responsible for leading a team of event crew while remaining actively involved in the physical setup, operation and dismantling of events.

Alongside carrying out normal Event Crew duties, you will act as the main point of contact between Rapid Crewing’s crew and the client’s production team, ensuring all tasks are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard.

You will be responsible for coordinating your team, communicating instructions, monitoring progress and reporting back to Rapid Crewing’s Duty Management team following each shift.

This is a hands-on leadership position, ideal for someone who enjoys working in the events industry, taking responsibility and getting the best out of a team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Event Crew Duties

• Assist with loading and unloading vehicles, including trucks and vans.
• Move, position and organise event equipment safely.
• Assist production teams with the installation and dismantling of staging, lighting, sound, video and other event equipment.
• Support event setups, changeovers and de-rigs.
• Maintain clean, organised and safe working environments.
• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures, including manual handling requirements.
• Carry out general event crew duties alongside the team as required.

2. Crew Management & Leadership

• Take responsibility for the crew assigned to your shift.
• Conduct a team briefing at the beginning of each shift, outlining responsibilities, expectations and safety information.
• Allocate tasks to individual crew members based on instructions from the production team.
• Ensure all crew members understand their responsibilities.
• Monitor the team’s progress throughout the shift.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to a professional standard.
• Support new or inexperienced crew members where required.
• Maintain a positive, respectful and productive working environment.
• Address minor issues within the team and escalate serious concerns to Duty Management.
• Lead by example, maintaining a professional attitude throughout the shift.

3. Client & Production Team Communication

• Act as the main point of contact for the client’s production team regarding crew activities.
• Liaise with Production Managers, Stage Managers, Site Managers and other relevant personnel.
• Receive instructions from the production team and communicate these clearly to the crew.
• Provide regular updates on progress and task completion.
• Communicate any delays, difficulties or additional crew requirements.
• Ensure the team follows the client’s instructions and site-specific procedures.
• Represent Rapid Crewing professionally and maintain positive working relationships with clients.

4. Health & Safety

• Ensure crew members follow site safety procedures and instructions.
• Encourage safe manual handling and equipment movement.
• Identify and report hazards, unsafe working practices or damaged equipment.
• Stop unsafe activities where necessary and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Ensure appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn.
• Report accidents, incidents and near misses promptly.
• Ensure crew members only undertake tasks they are trained, competent and authorised to complete.

5. Shift Management & Reporting

• Confirm crew attendance at the beginning of each shift.
• Identify and report any lateness, absence or staffing issues.
• Monitor crew breaks and working hours.
• Keep Duty Management informed of significant issues throughout the shift.
• Ensure all assigned duties have been completed before releasing crew, subject to the agreed shift arrangements.
• Complete and submit an end-of-shift report to Rapid Crewing’s Duty Management team.

End-of-shift reports should include:

• Event name, location and shift date.
• Crew attendance and actual working hours.
• Summary of work completed.
• Any delays, issues or difficulties experienced.
• Accidents, incidents or safety concerns.
• Feedback received from the client’s production team.
• General crew performance and any concerns.
• Any outstanding tasks or information required for the next shift.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working within the live events industry or a similar environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Confidence leading and coordinating a team.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Good understanding of manual handling and workplace safety.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate them effectively.
• Willingness to undertake physical work alongside the crew.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and travel to different event locations.
• Ability to complete clear and accurate shift reports.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience as a Crew Chief, Crew Supervisor or Team Leader.
• Experience working with production companies and technical event teams.
• Knowledge of staging, lighting, audio and video equipment.
• Experience working on large-scale events, festivals or corporate productions.
• Relevant industry training or qualifications.
• Full UK driving licence.

Training & Development

At Rapid Crewing, we believe in developing our team and providing opportunities for progression.

Crew Chiefs will have access to relevant training and development opportunities to help strengthen their leadership, communication, technical and safety knowledge.

Additional training may be provided depending on individual experience and operational requirements.

We aim to build a strong team of leaders who can confidently represent Rapid Crewing and support the development of new crew members.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to work on a wide variety of events across the UK.
• Flexible work opportunities.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunities to develop leadership and technical skills.
• Access to relevant training and development.
• Experience working alongside professional event production teams.
• A supportive and growing crewing network.
• Opportunities for additional responsibilities as Rapid Crewing develops.

What We Expect From You

As a Rapid Crewing Crew Chief, you are not simply another member of the crew. You are responsible for setting the standard for the team.

We expect our Crew Chiefs to lead by example, communicate professionally, support their colleagues and ensure every shift is completed to the highest possible standard.

You will be trusted to represent Rapid Crewing on site, maintain strong relationships with clients and ensure our crew deliver the reliable and professional service that we aim to be known for.

Interested in joining Rapid Crewing?

We would love to hear from experienced event professionals who are ready to take on a leadership role and become part of our growing nationwide crew network.

Apply by emailing:

Pay: From £16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events

Work Location: On the road