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Head Rigger / Rigging Supervisor – S3 Event
S3 Event ABSkåne län, Malmö
Previous experience is desired
Head Rigger / Rigging Supervisor
Do you want to work with some of the largest concerts, festivals, arenas, and international productions in the Nordics?
S3 Event is now looking for an experienced Head Rigger / Rigging Supervisor to join our growing team.
We work with concerts, festivals, trade shows, arena productions, corporate events, and international tours where safety, technical competence, and professionalism are crucial.
We are looking for you who have documented experience in advanced rigging and are accustomed to planning, leading, and executing complex rigging installations at a high level.
About the role
As Head Rigger / Rigging Supervisor, you will have a central role in the planning, coordination, and execution of rigging installations for larger productions in Sweden, Denmark, and internationally.
The work includes among other things:
- Planning of rigging solutions
- Installation of truss and rigging systems
- Work with chain hoists and motorized rigging
- Ground Support systems
- PA rigging
- LED walls and video structures
- Point loads in arena ceilings
- Leading the rigging team
- Coordination with production, project management, and technical suppliers
Responsibilities
- Assembly and disassembly of truss and rigging systems
- Interpretation of technical drawings and production documents
- Load assessments and dimensioning of rigging structures
- Ensuring that installations meet current safety requirements and industry standards
- Planning and coordination of rigging work prior to productions
- Leading and coordinating personnel on-site
- Collaboration with project managers, technicians, and other production staff
Qualifications
We are looking for you who have:
- Several years of documented experience as Head Rigger, Rigging Supervisor, or Senior Arena Rigger
- Experience from larger arenas, concerts, festivals, or similar productions
- Very good knowledge of truss systems, chain hoists, and rigging technology
- Experience working with point loads and ceiling rigging
- Good ability to read and understand technical drawings
- Experience with load calculations and dimensioning of rigging structures
- Good understanding of safety regulations and occupational health requirements
- Good proficiency in Swedish or English
Preferred Qualifications
- PSA certification or equivalent
- Fall protection training
- Scissor lift / Boom lift license
- Forklift license
- Class B driver's license
- Experience with international productions
- Experience in leadership and personnel responsibility
Personal qualities
To succeed in the role, we see that you are:
- Responsible
- Detail-oriented and structured
- Solution-oriented
- Flexible and willing to travel
- Safety-conscious
- A good leader and team player
We offer
- Work with some of the most exciting productions in the Nordics
- Projects in Sweden, Denmark, and internationally
- A professional and engaged team
- Great variation between productions and working environments
- Opportunity to influence and develop future rigging projects
- Competitive terms
Application
Send your CV along with a brief description of previous productions and experience to:
Mark the application:
Head Rigger / Rigging Supervisor
Selection is made on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the final application date.
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