Terms and Conditions
Location: Greyfriars Kirk.
Reports to: Operations Manager/Duty Manager.
Contract: Zero hours.
Salary: £13.65/hr + 12.07% annual leave payment. Time-and-a-half after midnight.
Hours: As required/available by Operations Manager/Duty Manager. Minimum 3-hour call out per event build/de-rig.
1. Role Purpose
The Event Crew role is essential in supporting the Operations Team in the set-up and de-rig of events held at Greyfriars Kirk. This role is the backbone of our events operation, ensuring that every event build and de-rig is undertaken safely and in accordance with the clients’ requirements. This highly skilled team handles the meticulous task of decanting, assembling staging lighting, seating in the advance of the event. Once the event concludes, the event crew swiftly and carefully dismantles everything, returning the Kirk back to its pristine condition ready for Sunday Service or the next event.
Shifts will be available in line with event operations and due to the nature of this role most of the work is in the evening and at weekends. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
2. Main Duties
• Setting up and dismantling concert staging, including 2x1m platforms, railings, seating, portable lighting, PA equipment, tables, and other equipment.
• Distribute and arrange furniture such as chairs and tables for events such as church services or concerts and weddings.
• Preparation of Kirk meeting rooms and event space.
• Cleaning of designated areas in the sanctuary and other rooms within the Kirk.
• Assisting moving and or loading of 3rd party furniture and equipment as required.
• General cleaning/housekeeping duties.
• Collection and removal of rubbish to the Kirks waste bins.
• Other duties as requested by management appropriate to the role.
3. Person Specification
Essential Criteria:
• Previous experience in events industry
• Ability to carry out manual handling tasks professionally and safely
• Practical understanding of event Health and Safety
• To be physically capable of fulfilling the duties of the role
• Experience working with customers and deliver excellent customer service
• Experience working as part of a team
• Ability to read and follow floor plans and instructions
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.
To apply please send CV and other relevant information to: Outreach@greyfriarskirk.com