Team Leader in Arley, Warwickshire

Job Description:

Show Team Leader / Show Leader

Location: Arley
Pay: £14.61–£17.09 per hour
Working Hours: 8:00am until finish, Monday to Sunday
Working Days: Must be available to work weekends and up to 7 days, depending on business requirements.

Reference: INDRES

About the Role

Are you an experienced Team Leader with a background in warehousing, logistics or distribution? Do you enjoy leading from the front, motivating a team and working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment?

Our client is looking to recruit 2 Show Leaders / Team Leaders to join their team based in Arley, supporting exhibition and event operations across the UK and Europe.

This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll be responsible for coordinating on-site teams, overseeing equipment movements and ensuring exhibition setups and breakdowns run safely, smoothly and efficiently.

If you're organised, proactive and confident managing people under pressure, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

Pay Rates

• Basic rate: £14.61 per hour
• 6th day worked: £15.99 per hour
• 7th day worked: £17.09 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and supervise staff, including delivering morning and evening team briefings.
• Delegate tasks effectively and ensure work is completed safely and on schedule.
• Coordinate exhibition and event setups and breakdowns.
• Oversee the unloading, storage, delivery, collection and reloading of vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and ensure a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Ensure all staff wear the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Liaise with customers, contractors and event organisers to ensure smooth operations.
• Manage expectations, identify potential issues and implement practical solutions.
• Travel to venues across the UK and Europe, occasionally staying away from home.

What We're Looking For

• At least 2 years' experience supervising or leading a team.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• The ability to delegate effectively and remain calm under pressure.
• A practical, hands-on approach with good organisational skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends and extended hours.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe and occasionally stay away from home.

Desirable, but not essential:

• Experience in exhibitions, events or event logistics.
• A valid forklift licence.