Tent Builder

Location: South East London

Tent Builder

Location:

Northampton & surrounding areas, Nottingham, Sheffield, Leeds, London and Milton Keynes Job Type: Full-Time | Temp to Perm Salary:
From £15.00 per hour DOE  overtime and allowances Quest Employment is recruiting for experienced Tent Builders on behalf of a growing, well-established company that specialises in large-scale event structures and semi-permanent buildings across the UK and Europe. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile events, sporting venues, exhibitions, hospitality projects, and major temporary structures throughout the UK, with occasional overseas work.

If you enjoy practical work, travelling, working outdoors, and being part of a close team, this could be the ideal role for you.

The Role As a Tent Builder , you will support the erection and dismantling of temporary structures and semi-permanent buildings at a variety of locations across the UK and Europe. No two days are the same, with projects changing regularly. During quieter winter months, there may also be yard-based work at the Swan Valley depot. Typical working pattern:
Predominantly Monday to Friday Working away may involve up to 12 consecutive days depending on the project Usual working hours are 1012 hours per day, typically 8:00am 6:00pm Early starts and overnight stays are required Paid time starts from collection at the Swan Valley depot Standard week is 40 hours, with overtime paid for any hours worked above this, and the option to bank overtime hours for quieter periods up to 240 hours per year

Key Responsibilities Constructing and dismantling temporary event structures and buildings Loading and unloading equipment and materials Working safely and effectively as part of a team on site Using hand tools and specialist equipment Following all health and safety procedures Travelling to projects across the UK and occasionally Europe

What Were Looking For We are looking for candidates who have: A full UK driving licence A valid passport and willingness to travel abroad when required Previous experience in tent building, construction, labouring, events, or a similar hands-on role Strong teamwork skills and a positive attitude A practical, can-do approach to work Confidence working outdoors in all weather conditions A technical mindset and willingness to learn The ability to stay away from home for up to 12 days when needed Training opportunities include: CSCS Forklift MEWP / aerial platform training Additional forklift licences or certificates would be an advantage and may lead to a higher pay rate following interview assessment.

Pay & Benefits Starting rate from £15.00 per hour, depending on experience Weekly pay Higher rates available for experienced Tent Builders, depending on skills and qualifications Overtime paid after 40 hours  Saturday overtime paid at x1.5 Sunday overtime paid at double time £12 overnight allowance £7 daily site allowance when working away Hotels fully paid for during overnight stays Meals provided while away, including breakfast and evening meal with drinks Company vehicles, tools, and workwear supplied 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Salary and progression reviews every 6 months Opportunities to progress into senior and supervisory positions Full training and development provided Temp to perm opportunity Supportive, team-focused working environment

Please note:

on the first day of each project, employees will need to provide their own food until arrival on site, where dinner will be provided. Apply today to join a growing team working on some of the UKs most exciting and large-scale projects.