Tent Builder
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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 at x1.25
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. xsngvjr
Apply today to join a growing team working on some of the UKs most exciting and large-scale projects.