Job Description

From sporting events to concerts, festivals to film, have you ever wondered how the world's most prestigious live events get powered?

Enjoy being a part of the event and entertainment industry but looking for a specialist direction and opportunity to gain transferable technical skills?

Power Logistics has a rare and exciting opportunity for a Trainee Temporary Event Power Electrician to join its Operations Team, responsible for delivering temporary power to a portfolio of projects that have included the Olympic and Commonwealth Games Ceremonies, Extreme E races, BST Hyde Park, Platinum Jubilee and many other of the UK's largest festivals and sporting events.

About the role:

We're looking for a Trainee Temporary Event Power Electrician to join our busy team. This is a new initiative at Power Logistics. The training scheme will initially span 3 years and be made up of practical training at our premises and project sites, along with classroom training at Power Logistics' sites and training providers' facilities. Once completed, you will play a key part in working with us to deliver our services as an Temporary Event Power Electrician. By the very nature of the events and entertainment industry, this position is in a fast-paced environment with the majority of projects revolving around weekends and evenings.We work across the UK and worldwide and as this role is primarily field-based it will involve spending extended periods of time away from our headquarters. You will have access to company pool vehicles for work purposes. All expenses will be covered whilst away from home. Starting salary of 19,500 per annum with annual increments up to 35,000+ upon successful completion.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Working with our in-house Operations and Engineering Teams, the role will involve the following:

Health & Safety practices on event sites, risk assessments and method statements

Manual handling of Power Logistics' equipment

Packaging and preparing of cable, distribution and plant equipment

Repairing and maintenance of electrical cabling and distribution equipment

Installation of cabling and distribution systems on event sites

Positioning and siting of generators and associated plant

Generator operation

Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) operation

Installation of Power Logistics bespoke monitoring equipment

Practical site lighting installation

Over the period of the scheme, it is also expected for the following courses to be achieved:

Plant Licences incl. Telescopic Load Handler and Forklift Trucks

IPAF Licences

JET - 2377 ('PAT' testing) In-service Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment (ISITEE)

City & Guilds Assured Programme in The Application of BS7909 to Temporary Power Systems

City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations

First Aid at Work

Power Logistics is committed to continual development and all employees are offered the opportunity for further training that will complement their role.

About You:

Right to work within the UK

Full, clean driving licence

Willing to travel and work away from home for weeks at a time

Commitment and willingness to learn and to improve

A team player that is also self-motivated

Able to work quickly and accurately to deadlines

Strong communication skills

Awareness of environmental impact

About us:

Power Logistics is a global leader in the provision of temporary events power with headquarters in the UK and offices in the Netherlands and Ireland. Our customer-focused service and well-respected track record spans over two decades. We have consistently delivered practical expertise in stage power, site electrics, distribution, project management and lighting at concerts, festivals, exhibitions, conferences, parties, award ceremonies and sporting events. Our logistical and electrical safety records are exemplary.

To apply for the role, please email your CV and a covering letter.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: 19,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person