L2 Rigger

The **NEC** is looking for an **exhibition and event rigger**. If you love live events, working in a fast paced and pressured environment, and being part of a team, read on

The primary purpose of the role is to support/install rigging points to facilitate lifting operations

**Duties** include movement of rigging kit from warehouse to NEC halls and back to stores post event. Assembly of trussing and the lifting equipment, cabling and hoists, and running motor controllers to ensure the lifting operation is controlled with strict compliance and safe working practices.

You will demonstrate knowledge of the principles for selecting lifting equipment, demonstrate an understanding of force influences for various sling configurations, and weight estimation, and choose appropriate lifting equipment for different rigging lifts.

You will carry out pre-use inspections of all lifting and suspension equipment. As well as carrying out a dynamic risk assessment of the site environment to ensure applicable safety practices and exclusion zones are in place.

Follow the NEC policy for Health & Safety, Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work

The position is based within the exhibitions and conventions sector of live events, which is a 24/7 business and as such, hours can be unsociable. Individuals must show the logic and the ability to work safely to meet client deadlines.

**A driving licence and MEWP/forklift licence is essential for this role.**

**Applicants should hold or be working towards an NRC L2 qualification**

**What we offer**:

- Plus Group Bonus Scheme
- 25 days annual leave rising to 26 after one year plus all UK bank holidays
- Free Onsite parking
- Free lunch when office based or on site
- Potential home working options for part of the week
- Pension matching up to 7% and
- We will provide you with a Life Assurance cover if you are actively contributing to the NEC group personal pension plan and have joined at the first opportunity or within 12 months of becoming first eligible
- Private Medical Insurance funded by the company
- Great Learning and Development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Dental, Cash Health and Holiday Buy flexible option
- Exclusive Discounts and many more great benefits

The NEC Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. NEC Group is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm, you will find a home within the NEC Group.

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**Salary**: Up to £34,500.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Store discount

Work Location: In person

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