Do you have experience within the exhibition and events industry? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?
GES are currently looking for an Electrics Planner to join our Electrics Team based at the Excel in London.

WHO WE ARE:

GES is a global, full service face-to-face live events marketing partner. We create some of the most incredible events in the world – think exhibitions, events, sales conferences, and exhibitions of all sizes. From initial strategy to show-stopping audio visual, to insightful measurement – and every detail in between – we bring brands to life!
Our mission is to create memorable event experiences, and we count on you, our talented employees around the world help us do it. We foster an innovative, fast-paced and creative environment for those who like to think, create and work. Our incredible team includes designers, account management, marketing specialists, business pros and artisans – just to name a few.
GES employees are great at collaborating and communicating.

ROLE PURPOSE:

You will be the main point of contact for Electrics Team (South). Carrying out planning and preparation vital tasks and responsibilities, you will also manage the Electrics Planning Co-ordinator through their various activities.

WHAT YOU WILL DO.

You will:

• Be the main point of contact for our sub-contracted partners ie; labour, materials, equipment, ensuring excellent relationships are maintained and a high procurement status is maintained at all times.
• Using Clarity (MIS), complete and obtain data for each show, ensuring correct information is utilised and updated promptly. Work closely with the Electrical Planning Co-ordinator and Business Process Manager on this task, reporting any issues.
• Assess priorities daily (according to show dates) and discuss the daily schedule with the Electrics Team.
• Update and maintain the Electrics master schedule.
• Process works orders, and interpret and compile electrical grids.
• Raise PO’s where necessary, fully reconcile with invoices post show.
• Book hotels and travel and prepare onsite files for the Electrics delivery team.
• Assist the wider Planning team where necessary with holiday/absence cover.
• Offer operational support to colleagues, particularly Clarity. Ensure new staff are assisted with training as required.
• Provide customer liaison and query resolution, ensuring email queries are replied to promptly, addressing urgent requests.
• Ensure correct uniform is available and quantities are ready for delivery teams.
• Collaborate with our Transport colleagues on each event as required – working within parameters of sustainability and efficiency. * * Be instrumental in the introduction of process and change as the Planning team evolves.
• Perform other duties as assigned and deemed necessary of the position.