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Our highly trained event crew can ensure your upcoming event runs smoothly from start to finish. Our team excels in managing all logistics efficiently, with a special focus on safely loading and unloading goods to guarantee a seamless flow of operations. We take pride in our expertise in the correct installation of rigging, setting up staging, and managing various aspects of event tasks. With our proficiency, every detail of your event setup will be executed flawlessly, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—engaging with your attendees and enjoying the moment.

  • Loading & Unloading
  • Rigging Installation
  • Plant & Machinery Use
  • Backstage Assistance
  • Health & Safety

With over 10 years of experience, we know what it takes to run a successful event. Our team is dedicated and will get the job done to a high standard, in a time-efficient manner.

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Our Event Crew Services

A skilful crew brings coherence, efficiency and professionalism to event load ins, builds, pack outs, and everything that happens in between, regardless of the size or type of event. At Alpha Crew, we work across a wide range of events from small pop-up stores to film premieres and large-scale outdoor sporting events in numerous locations across the UK and Europe.

With over a decade of experience and a highly certified team, we have the know-how to get your event off the ground and make your vision a reality.

Our event crew services include loading & unloading, rigging installation, plant & machinery use, backstage assistance, and health & safety management.

Loading & Unloading - we take the utmost care when loading and unloading equipment, trusses, and other goods into and out of event venues. Our efficient processes and experienced team mean we can work in a timely manner while still ensuring safety and security.

Rigging Installation - our events crew are confident at safely installing rigging to trusses using a variety of methods and derigging after events. We work thoroughly to meticulously clean venues and pack away and return equipment.

Plant & Machinery Use - specialist plant and machinery is often used in large-scale event production. Our trained crew, which includes certified telehandlers, scissor lift, cherry picker, and forklift drivers, are highly skilled at carefully handling and moving heavy and oversized items. All of our specialist operatives attend regular refresher sessions to keep their licences and training up to date.

Backstage Assistance - our backstage crew and stagehands look after all stage-related activities such as bespoke setup and stage building and dismantling, managing props, and assisting performers or speakers at events like conferences, ceremonies, concerts, and festivals.

Health & Safety - we have specialised skills and training, including first aid and traffic marshalling, which ensure we follow the highest level of health & safety precautions at all times. Our crew take part in a rigorous induction process with NEBOSH and IOSH certified team leaders. We work in line with the British Safety Council standards and keep up to date with all regulations and practices.

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Benefits of Using Us for Event Setup

When choosing Alpha Crew, you know the setup of your event is in safe hands. We will create a tailor-made plan to optimise your event setup and pack-out while focusing on professionalism, safety, and sustainability.

Key benefits:
- We are a highly qualified award-winning team with over a decade of experience in event setup.

- Our specialist skills include plant & machinery use, which is often needed for large events.

- Our NEBOSH and IOSH certified team leaders carry out thorough risk assessments and ensure health & safety is a priority.

- We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and use eco-friendly practices wherever possible. This is something we are looking to further develop and improve in the future by working with the Events Sustainability specialists Isla.

- We have extensive experience of working in many popular, heritage, and unique event spaces so we know what works well when it comes to event setup.

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The crew on this were fab, and wanted to pass on the positive feedback I got from my wider team, on how professional they were, knowledge and willing to help from everyone.

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FAQs

- What does an event crew do?

General event crew are there to help make your event a reality and ensure it runs smoothly and efficiently. They are trained to safely load and unload goods, install rigging, use plant and machinery, and manage on-site health and safety.

  • - Where are your event crew services available?

Our event crew services are available in England, Scotland, France, Spain and Monaco.

  • - How can I book your services?

1. Get in touch with us via email at info@alphacrew.co.uk or phone +44 (0) 20 8801 1630 to let us know what event crew services you need.
2. We’ll get back to you shortly with a quote for this service and when you’re happy with the arrangement, we’ll confirm the job.

  • - Are your event crew staff trained and certified?

Yes, our experienced event crew are certified in NVQ Crowd Safety Management, first aid trained, SIA (Security Industry Authority) licensed, hold Door Supervisor (DS) Licences, and have completed ACT (Action Counters Terrorism) training.

  • - What specific events do you set up for?

We work across a wide range of events including conferences and other corporate events, fashion shows and parties, award ceremonies, film premieres, sporting events, outdoor events, and large-scale festivals. If you need crew to help at your event, contact us at info@alphacrew.co.uk or phone +44 (0) 20 8801 1630 to see how we can help!

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