Team Leader - Southampton, United Kingdom - Zoo Events Group Ltd

Zoo Events Group Ltd

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Southampton, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Who are we?
At Zoo Events Group we specialise in the events industry, providing glamping set ups to many prestigious events and festivals all over the UK including Download, Boomtown, Wilderness & Lost Village to name a few

We are on the hunt for new Team Leaders to join our exciting events team over the summer. We require dedicated individuals who enjoy travelling the country, working outdoors and managing small teams.

The role:

Building multiple bell tents and furnishing them to their specification (various packages ranging from a simple carpet to fully furnished with raised beds, rugs, tables and electricity)
Assisting the Build Manager with the planning and delivery of the rig and derig
Leading small teams to complete specific tasks in the build area
Ensuring all crew are working to the highest standard, giving further training when needed
During the live event, overseeing the reception team, providing a concierge service to guests and checking them in to their accommodation
Being aware of any crew welfare concerns, maintaining health and safety on site and escalating any crew issues to a senior manager

The hours:
hours can vary - they will often exceed 40 hours a week and will include weekends. The position is temporary, start and end dates can be discussed with us (May to September).

The pay:
starting rate £ pro rata holiday pay £1.51 = £14.01p/h

We will also take on self-employed individuals.

The perks:
as well as working in a fun and dynamic environment with an awesome team, you will receive a mileage contribution for travel, meals or a food budget and event access/tickets

The requirements:

Leadership experience with the ability to give clear instructions and build a good relationship with your colleagues
Good time keeping and practically minded
Ability to use your initiative and communicate well with others
Good level of fitness we do a lot of walking and a lot of carrying fairly heavy kit
Attention to detail and the desire to complete a job to a high standard
Desire to work and live outdoors throughout the Summer (sometimes in adverse weather conditions)
Happy to work weekends and overtime

Desirable skills (not essential but very beneficial):

Previous glamping work experience
Qualifications or experience in events or hospitality
Towing experience
Forklift license or experience

Keep in mind you will need to make your own way to each of the events which are often in rural locations so having access to a vehicle is preferable.

Our HQ is based in Stockton between Warminster and Salisbury but we work across the country and will recruit people nationwide and worldwide (appropriate visas needed).

Job Types:
Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm, Zero hours contract

Contract length: 5 months

Salary:
£14.01 per hour

Benefits:

Company events
Discounted or free food
Free parking
Onsite parking

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekend availability

Application question(s):

Do you have your own vehicle? (We often work in rural locations with limited public transport options)
Do you have any previous experience relevant to this role?

Work Location:
In person