Site Assistant

About the Tattoo: Behind every Tattoo performance is an extraordinary Cast and Crew. Our success is built on the energy, professionalism and passion of the people who make it happen. Together, we create an unforgettable experience for our audience while proudly supporting Military and Arts charities. Working with us means being part of something truly special. It’s fast-paced, inspiring and full of opportunity - a chance to build skills, make lasting friendships, and contribute to an internationally renowned event.


Duration: This is a temporary position from 22 June – 02 September 2026. Your normal working week is a minimum of 37.5 hours between 07:00-23:30 daily Monday to Sunday, although additional hours may be required. You will be working on a rota basis, however, regular late night and weekend working will be required.

Job Purpose Summary: Reporting to the Site Manager and Deputy Site Managers, the Site Assistants will support the delivery of a safe and secure event site. This will involve working in a collaborative way with multiple stakeholders to deliver the Edinburgh Castle Arena.


Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist the Site Manager/Deputy Site Managers with maintaining a safe and secure site, and conduct logistics based tasks as required. This could include but is not limited to:

Site Security/Safety:

  • Support the maintenance of a secure site, keeping members of the public from accessing restricted areas
  • Assist the coordination of vehicle access to the site
  • Conduct daily safety checks and maintain a live log of all health & safety issues,
  • Support site induction process for contractors and relevant staff

Site Logistics:

  • Support the efforts of the Site Manager and Site Facilities Team to ensure the site is kept clean and clear of waste
  • Assist with making the site event ready on event days including setting up rest areas and distributing signage
  • Support the organisation of site event equipment storage and maintenance
  • Manual handling work will be required

Essential Criteria:

  • Ability to follow instruction
  • Ability to assist with manual handling
  • Presentable, polite, confident, approachable, and helpful
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to form and maintain positive working relationships
  • Have a positive can-do attitude
  • Over 18 years of age


Desirable Criteria:

  • Previous site experience in an event environment
  • First Aid Qualified


Located at: The Edinburgh Castle Arena

Rate of Pay: £13.45 per hour


Details
£13.45 per hour
Location: Edinburgh, EH1 1QB, GB