Company Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
We are seeking a hands-on and highly organised Rigging Yard Manager to set up and lead a new rigging yard operation at Bovingdon Airfield Studios. This is a critical role supporting major film and TV productions, ensuring all rigging equipment is maintained, prepped, and delivered efficiently. You will be responsible for building the yard from the ground up, managing daily operations, and leading a growing team of rigging technicians in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and manage the new rigging yard, establishing layout, workflows, and processes from scratch.
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of the yard, including the preparation, delivery, and return of rigging equipment.
- Lead and manage a team of rigging technicians, assigning tasks, overseeing workloads, and supporting development.
- Work closely with Account Managers and Coordinators to ensure all delivery and collection schedules are met.
- Maintain an accurate stock system, ensuring all equipment is functional, tested, and ready for deployment.
- Respond to last-minute production or crew changes, adjusting plans quickly while keeping communication clear.
- Uphold safety and cleanliness standards in the yard and ensure team adherence to all health and safety protocols.
- Operate forklifts and assist with hands-on tasks such as loading, servicing, and minor repairs.
- Foster a strong team culture with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and service excellence.
Qualifications
Experience & Skills
- Proven experience in managing a yard or rigging operations, ideally in film, TV, or live events.
- Demonstrated ability to lead rigging technicians and support technical teams under pressure.
- Excellent organisational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage shifting priorities.
- Strong working knowledge of rigging equipment; truss and motor experience is a plus.
- Forklift licence preferred; HGV shunting, basic first aid, and fire marshal training beneficial.
- High level of professionalism, clear communication skills, and the ability to build strong working relationships.
- Flexible and dependable – able to work early starts, occasional weekends, and respond to time-sensitive needs.
- IT literate with a willingness to learn inventory and rental systems (RTPro experience is a plus).
- Must be an effective trouble shooter, communicator, and problem solver.
- Exceptional customer service skills with a strong sense of urgency.
- Drivers license required.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.