Rigging Prep Technician

About Sterling

Sterling is a creative technical production partner and specialist supplier for live, hybrid and experiential events. For over two decades, we’ve partnered with brands, agencies and venues to bring creative ideas to life through technical expertise, innovative thinking and solution-led production, delivering scalable solutions that meet audience, brand and business objectives.

Primary Role

We have the opportunity for an enthusiastic Rigging Prep Technician to join our team. The successful candidate 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 two decades.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Hands on preparation of equipment (predominantly in the rigging department, however work in other divisions of the warehouse will also be required) for productions and dry hires, to the highest standard.
• Checking in rigging equipment returned from productions and hires.
• Ensuring all equipment is functional, clean, maintained and well presented to meet Sterling standards
• Ensuring workspaces are kept well organised and tidy.
• Assisting with the maintenance and safety inspections of rigging equipment
• Loading / unloading of vans and trucks.
• Occasional deliveries / collections and site work (Full UK driving license an advantage but not essential).
• Maintain high Health & Safety standards and adhere to company policies and procedures

Qualifications and Key Attributes of the Candidate

• High self-motivation, with the ability to lead by example and work as part of a team.
• Experience in the events industry.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Meticulous planning and attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and prioritise multiple jobs, on a daily basis.
• High standard of personal presentation.
• Ability to problem solve and to work to deadlines.
• Flexibility and a can do, customer focused attitude.
• Keen eye for detail and high standards of presentation.
• Strong IT skills.

Our Values and The Sterling Way

We're looking for a Rigging Prep Technician who embodies and champions our core values:

• Teamwork
• Ownership
• Passion
• Integrity
• Creativity

We act upon our values with The Sterling Way because they sum up what matters to us and reflect the positive attitude and high-quality service that people have come to expect.

Care About the Details

Small things can be the difference between average and amazing, and we look to deliver the highest standards.

Acting with Integrity

Doing right by people matters to us. We look out for everyone we work with, and we are always straightforward and upfront.

Improvement at Every Stage

We make everything we touch work as well as possible and to always look for ways to improve.

Always Thinking Ahead

Experience and forward planning keeps us ahead of potential challenges and our can-do spirit finds solutions to the unpredictable.

Training & Progression

At Sterling, we are committed to investing in our people. Ongoing training and development opportunities will be provided to support you in your role, helping you build your skills and progress your career within our growing organisation.

Working Hours

8.30 to 17.30, 5 days per week (Monday to Sunday)

Sterling Event Group are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from all backgrounds, and all employment decisions are made based on merit, performance, and business needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person