Grandstand

Vacancies

ASSISTANT TO GROUPS OPERATIONS MANAGER (Ref GOMA)

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are currently recruiting for an Operations Assistant that will principally be based within its Head Office in Harpenden. Additionally during events throughout the year the applicant will be required, along with the company’s other personnel (at the expense of the company) to be based at other locations including the NEC Birmingham for 2.5 weeks in October.

Requirements:
• Computer literate – MS Word, Excel and Publisher essential
• Good telephone manner
• Flexible approach to work
• Able to work within a team environment as well as being able to use own initiative
• Excellent communication skills
• Good time keeping essential

Duties:
• General administration and filing for the operations department
• Research, source and present infrastructure requirements for events
• Presenting options to the Operations Manager regarding infrastructure
• Dealing with contractors and public visitors at company’s events
• Assisting with the build up and breakdown and the general running of the events
• Dealing with contractor and event admin
• Site inspections of host events
• Attend contractor offices for product inspections
• Experience in health and safety issues and the production of risk assessments would be advantageous

Location:
• Mainly office based in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, however you will be required to work off site and stay away from home during events.
• You will be required to travel to meetings, inspections etc.

Hours of Work:
• Monday-Friday inclusive 9.00 am – 5.00 pm
• A minimum of 8 weekend days will be required
• The applicant must understand the requirement for extra hours (within the basic salary contract) both prior to and during the Events
• Salary based on experience
Responsible to:
• Operations Manager

Holidays:
• 20 working days per annum