RAFCTE is best known for staging the world renowned Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire each year. In 2003, RIAT was granted status as the largest military air show globally by Guinness World Records. In addition to the heads of many of the world’s air forces and major suppliers to the sector, RIAT also hosts thousands of aviation enthusiasts and members of the public over three days. As well as aviation the event is increasingly a family day out, with the exceptional Techno Zone® providing unique interactive STEM activities, under the banner of RAFCT’s mission to inspire young people to fulfil their potential in air, space and technology. In total, over 200,000 people attended RIAT in 2024.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for an efficient and capable individual to assist with the successful delivery of the RIAT 2025.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Assist the Techno Zone and Sponsorship Manager in gathering artwork from sponsors for outdoor advertisements.
Assist the Techno Zone and Sponsorship Manager in collecting artwork required for advertising packages in the RIAT souvenir programme.
Assist the Techno Zone and Sponsorship Manager to follow up on sponsor requirements for aircraft showcase displays.
Assist the Techno Zone Executive with administrative tasks, processing, and distribution of all necessary stakeholder passes.
Type of contract/working hours:
FTC 7/04/2025 Until 26/07/2025
36.25 hours per week. Based in Fairford, Gloucestershire
All employees are required to work the Saturday or Sunday before the Royal International Air Tattoo and the whole weekend of the event.
RIAT Weekend Date: 18th-20th July 2025
What we will offer:
A salary of £25,000 pro rata is accompanied by pension and a focus on staff wellbeing and social events throughout the year.
You will also be given two complimentary tickets to The Royal International Air Tattoo and a staff discount of 50% for an additional six.
About You
If you have experience in the events industry, and a basic understanding of guest management, also event logistics along with excellent communication skills with the ability to work under pressure, then we strongly encourage you to apply. Driving licence required
You must be IT Literate and able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Application Process
Apply through our company website by submitting your CV and preferably a covering letter explaining why you are right for us, but most importantly why we are right for you.
If your application is successful, you will be invited to attend an interview at our Fairford offices.