Marquee Installer - Fixed Term (Dunedin)

We’re ramping up the action, with lots of awesome events lined up across the country from October through till March. 

Who are we?

Happy Hire is New Zealand’s leading marquee and event hire specialist, with a wide range of marquees and everything to go with it, we have your event covered. Our busy business services Celebrations, Weddings, Corporate Events, Community Events, Festivals, Horse Racing Events, Sporting Events and much more.

What is the job?

In this hands-on role, you’ll be carrying out the setup and dismantling of marquees for events across Otago and occasionally other parts of the country. Learning from the best, you’ll pick up the ropes quickly, ensuring targets are not only met but exceeded. This is a busy and hands-on position, being onsite and in the sun. Starting on a minimum 30-hour fixed term contract with potential work opportunities following the conclusion of our summer season. You may be required to travel to any part of the country and be away from Dunedin for extended periods of time. However, you’ll get to work at some epic events alongside our amazing team!

Why work at Happy Hire?

• Well first of all, It’s in the name, We’re happy! We value hard work while having fun at it! We’re a fun team who are always up for a laugh and a bit of banter on and off site.
• Stay fit while working! Get your workout done during work hours. Be up and moving, reaching and exceeding your daily steps goals.
• Full training to excel in this role with leadership roles up for grabs. Get a great summer of work experience.
• Be a part of epic major event setups, with extra hours and the ability to travel across the country available.

Who are we looking for?

Specific experience isn’t required. If you have a good head on your shoulders, can pick things up and possess a great work ethic - we can train you in the rest. We work hard to provide our clients with the highest level of service, therefore weekend work and evening availability are essential to complete some of our event setups/pack downs.

We’re looking for:

• Good level of physical fitness, being able to comfortably lift 30kgs
• Full clean drivers license & able to drive manual - Forklift license and experience driving trailer is a bonus
• Willingness to obtain a Class 2 vehicle license
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Are dependable, punctual and reliable to get the job done
• Willing to contribute and be part of an awesome team doing epic things
• Self Motivated and good initiative

Do you think you tick the boxes? If so, we’d love to hear from you 🙂