Events and Logistics Administrator

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited ,
Preston, Lancashire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £20,000 per annum

Overview

Events and Logistics Administrator Job, Preston City Centre, £20,000 - £21,000 per annum, 40 hours per week. Your new company You will be working for fun, vibrant and dynamic events company who specialise in setting up and supplying fun events These events range from inflatables assault courses, bouncy castles stalls, giant scalextric, Santa's Grotto and more. Client range from employers, wedding planners and members of the public, to the likes of ITV, so you will be working with a variety of people. Your new role Your role will be to organise and co-ordinate the setting up of events across the country. These responsibilities include: Working with the sales team to arrange pre-booking confirmation and plans Inputting all booking and event information on the Content management system (CMS) Liaising with the client who booked the event prior to the day of the event Manage staff availability Organise staff rota's and ensure that their are staff available to attend and set up events Arranging emergency staff coverage should event staff fail to attend a set-up Ensuring that event staff have received a confirmation of their duties and are aware of their tasks ahead Working with the Warehouse staff to ensure that equipment is available for an event booking Identifying any health and safety risks Producing risk assessments and additional documentation when required Ensuring that all events are accessible and that vehicles are able to access the site Organising and managing external providers or agency should you require additional support Processing payments Working 'on-call' if the business requires What you'll need to succeed To succeed you need previous experience in event management, logistics, resource management or contract management. You must be have an impeccable attention to detail You must have great customer service skills Clear verbal and written confirmation Your character must be fun and cheerful You must be charismatic You must be flexible What you'll get in return In return you will be working for a fun, dynamic and family run company. You will be delegated lots of responsibility which you can make your own. You will be working 40 hours per week and must be prepared to work additional hours if the business requires. Your salary will be between £20,000 - £21,000 per annum and you have access to a pension scheme. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk