Market Operative

Please note: This is a physically demanding, hands-on role involving frequent heavy lifting. Applicants must be comfortable moving, loading and unloading equipment, as well as carrying out manual tasks for extended periods and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. A good level of physical fitness is therefore essential.

Applicants for this role must be 18+

Join the team behind some of Warwickshire's busiest markets and events!

At CJ's Events Warwickshire, we're a family-run business passionate about creating vibrant markets, festivals, and community events across Warwickshire and beyond. From bustling town centre markets to large-scale public events, we're proud to bring people together and create memorable experiences.

We're looking for a reliable, hardworking, and energetic individual to join our Events Operations Team. If you enjoy working outdoors, being part of a close-knit team, and seeing events come to life, this could be the perfect role for you.

Hours of Work

• Typical working days are Friday afternoons, Saturday mornings and evenings, and Sunday mornings and evenings (hours vary week to week).
• Please email hr@cjseventswarwickshire.co.uk to request a copy of the current work schedule and typical hours.
• Overtime opportunities are regularly available.

About the Role

You'll play a key role in setting up event infrastructure, and helping ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. This is a hands-on, physically active role that offers a great alternative to being stuck behind a desk.

Key Responsibilities

• Erect and dismantle market stalls efficiently and safely
• Set out stalls in accordance with site plans
• Assist with loading and unloading equipment
• Help maintain clean, organised, and professional event sites
• Work closely with the wider operations team to deliver successful events  

What You'll Get

• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• EAP
• Regular overtime opportunities
• Work as part of a friendly family-run business
• Be involved in a wide variety of markets, festivals, and community events
• Active outdoor work 

If you enjoy practical work, take pride in creating great events, and want to be part of a growing events business, we'd love to hear from you.

• You must have access to your own transport, as you will need to travel either directly to local markets within Warwick District or to our Warwick-based office. For markets further afield, you can meet the team at the office and travel with them in a company vehicle.
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual work
• Previous experience in a practical, outdoor, or labouring role
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• A positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible approach to working hours when required