Installation Supervisor in Cardiff

Job Title: Installation Supervisor 

Monday to Friday: 0800 to 1630 (37.5hrs)

Cardiff based with frequent travel and extended periods of working abroad

Salary: Upon application

As Installation Supervisor you will ensure the smooth running of Installations directly from site at a wide-range of locations throughout your career.  Under the supervision and leadership of the Installation Manager you will be the designated individual responsible for maintaining the high standards and efficiency of the Wild Creations Installation Team on specific projects. The role requires regular work away from home, often internationally and can be for extended periods of time. 

About Us:

Wild Creations is a leading provider of innovative design, manufacturing, and installation solutions for props and scenery within the entertainment, marketing, and theme park industries. With a passion for creativity and craftsmanship, we specialise in bringing our clients' visions to life through our exceptional workmanship and attention to detail.

Company Culture:

We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional work. We value diversity, creativity, and continuous learning, and we strive to create a workplace where every team member can thrive and contribute to our collective success. 

We require a highly motivated individual who would be inspired to satisfy the following criteria:

Role Responsibilities

Ensuring Installations run according to schedule, focusing on deadlines and staff efficiencies

Overseeing the unloading and storage of finished items and equipment  to site

The management and organisation of large crews.

Ensuring the quality and fine finish of the project, in-line with the project brief.

Ensuring structural compliance 

Liaising with Installation Manager & Project manager to update on site progress; Taking and distributing in-progress photos & videos and site reports. 

Adhering to quality control & sign-off milestones and distributing documentation ‘Punch Lists’ alongside Project Manager.

Keeping notes of fabrication deviations for implementation in “as-built” drawings upon completion of installation,

Attending pre-installation meetings with the wider team, offering suggestions and solutions to ensure the smooth running of the Installation.

Maintaining a professional and sympathetic approach to the wellbeing of Wild Creations Employees whilst working abroad

Responsible for the Health, Safety & Welfare of the Wild Creations Installation Team 

Assisting the Installation Manager in scheduling and staffing installations

Responsible for the overall efficiency, organisation and safety of the Installation site

Overseeing pre-installation prep; generating pack-lists, overseeing van packs, truck and container loaders. 

Acting as a single point of contact on site during Installation for the Wild Creations Installation Team, Client representatives and other contractors.

Undertaking staff briefings and daily tool-box talks with the Installation Team 

Working alongside Logistics Coordinator to facilitate travel, transport, visas and accommodation for the Installation Team

Essential Skills

• Experience of working abroad with a willingness to travel and stay abroad for extended periods of time
• Experience of large scale project installation and capacity to meet deadlines whilst understanding project goals 
• Clear communication skills and ability to relay complex projects to large teams 
• Strong organisational skills relating to staff, crew and external contractors 
• Ability to plan schedules of work and adapt when needed
• Flexibility in outlook and working practices with an excellent ability to problem solve and adapt
• Good computer literacy skills and ability to interpret technical drawings
• Broad knowledge of construction materials and methods
• Ability to implement safe working practices and keep a clean and organised site
• Capacity to liaise effectively; reporting installation progress, and any issues arising to the Installation & Project Managers
• Sensitive approach to client liaison and other contractors on site
• Full clean UK driving license with experience of driving cars, vans & small trucks and confidence to drive in other countries. 

Desirable Skills

• Plant licenses such as NPORS, IPAF, RTITB, PASMA
• Experience rigging and working at height
• Ability to read and interpret 3D-models/renders and translate to onsite staff
• Experience in fine-finish installations
• IOSH managing safely (or higher)
• First-Aid at Work
• Understanding/Experience of any of the following fabrication processes; moulding & casting, CNC machining, carpentry, welding, finishing & scenic painting.
• Knowledge and experience of languages other than English 
• Experience of foreign travel and personal visa application
• CSCS Card

Benefits 

• 28 days annual leave
• Additional days leave on 2 years service, increasing annually to a maximum of 5 additional days
• Additional Birthday days leave
• Private healthcare (after 3 months service)
• Contributory pension scheme (company contribution of 4%)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Additional training where required 
• Free Parking
• Great coffee

If you want to work in a fun and high paced industry then please send a copy of your CV and covering letter to dave @wild-creations.co.uk by: Tuesday 28th May

Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 5th & Thursday 6th June