Head of Scenic - Manchester, United Kingdom - Sterling Event Group

Sterling Event Group

Verified Company

Manchester, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

As part of our continuing expansion, we have the opportunity for an enthusiastic Head of Scenic to join our team as we look to significantly develop our Staging and Set department.

The successful applicant will be customer focused, a strong leader, have varied experience in creative scenic design and build and have a good understanding of live event production technologies.

They 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 more than two decades.

Our Staging and Set team create stage backdrops, product displays and feature pieces for some of the worlds biggest brands in locations ranging from hotel ballrooms, conference centres to festival sites.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Leading and developing our scenic team including line management.
Identifying and developing new business opportunities to help grow our scenic department.
Liaising with the project managers to collate set lists and pass on to the workshop team.
Managing the preparation process of our equipment to ensure the highest possible standards are met.
Maintaining high standards of health and safety
Providing input on construction design and material specification for custom scenic elements.
Managing general service, maintenance, and repairs of equipment.
Researching new materials, products & equipment and advise on investment.
Adding new stock to service including keeping rental software up to date.
Regular communication with the projects team for day to day and forward planning ensuring best use of department resource
Supporting the business to maintain and develop key client & supplier relationships.
Provide training where required.
Assistance of other departments and other duties to meet the needs of the business.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY ATTRIBUTES OF THE CANDIDATE

At least 5 years' experience in the professional live events industry with a specialism in scenic design and build.
Experience with CNC machines an advantage but not essential
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Meticulous planning and attention to detail.
Ability to plan and prioritise multiple jobs, on a daily basis.
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.
Full UK Driving Licence and own transport
Selfmotivation, with the ability to lead by example and work as part of a team
Competent user of CAD software packages
Good working knowledge of workshop tools and machinery

TRAINING & PROGRESSION
On-going training will be provided as the job role requires. We value our team and want to see them progress and develop their skills and career within the organisation. Career progression within our expanding company would be available for proactive individuals.

WORKING HOURS

Due to the nature of our industry, we require our employees to have a flexible approach to their working hours.

Typically, your working day would be 08:30 to 17:30 Monday to Friday, though we operate a flexible start time for staff where needed.

Work outside of these hours and at weekends will be required as our workload / projects require. We try hard to manage a work/life balance for our team.

HOLIDAYS

28 days per year
After 3 years continuous service you will receive your birthday off (day off can be taken within 7 days of your birthday)
After 5 years continuous service you will receive a further day's holiday

PENSION SCHEME
A company pension scheme which the company contributes to on a monthly basis will be available.

BENEFITS
Following successful completion of probation period, we are delighted to offer the following benefits:

Award winning, comprehensive healthcare package including fast access to private medical treatment, digital access to a GP, mental health support, in-patient and day-patient treatment, advanced cancer cover and out-patient surgical procedures
Optical, dental, and audiological cover
Employee assistance programme
Sick pay scheme
Long service rewards
Employee of the month award
Company social events
Cycle to work scheme
Electric vehicle scheme