Events Lead Engineer

Band C – £38,000 to £42,000 per annum Reports to: Head of Events

Role Overview As an Events Lead Engineer, you are at the forefront of planning and executing live event builds and de-rigs. Beyond technical build skills, you will be responsible for coordinating teams, working with clients and stakeholders, and ensuring that every event installation runs smoothly from planning through to completion. You will oversee temporary structures, modular builds, BeMatrix systems, timber scenic elements, and more — all under tight schedules typical of live environments.

Events Roles – 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm but roles do involve out of hours and weekend work depending on event schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage event builds and de-rigs

• Act as the main client-facing contact on-site

• Lead and coordinate event engineering teams

• Build and dismantle:

• BeMatrix systems

• Timber and scenic structures

• Ensure health & safety compliance at all times

• Mentor and upskill event engineers

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in live events or exhibition builds
• Proven leadership on-site
• Preferable experience with BeMatrix and woodwork
• Preferable experience of LCD and LED installation
• Preferable experience of CMS/Digital Signage software
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays), plus:

• 1 day for your birthday (or nearest Monday/Friday)

• 1 additional day per year of service

• 6-month probation period, after which you gain:

• Gym membership contribution

• Private healthcare package

• Training, development, and structured progression

• Nest Pensions Scheme

• Work Laptop & Phone Provided

• Opportunity to work on high-profile AV installations and live events with the world’s largest brands

• Overtime paid at hourly rate based on salary

Interested in this role? Send your CV and a member of the team will be in touch with more details.

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Daniella Ellis

Band C – £38,000 to £42,000 per annum Reports to: Head of Events

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage event builds and de-rigs

• Act as the main client-facing contact on-site

• Lead and coordinate event engineering teams

• Build and dismantle:

• BeMatrix systems

• Timber and scenic structures

• Ensure health & safety compliance at all times

• Mentor and upskill event engineers

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in live events or exhibition builds
• Proven leadership on-site
• Preferable experience with BeMatrix and woodwork
• Preferable experience of LCD and LED installation
• Preferable experience of CMS/Digital Signage software
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays), plus:

• 1 day for your birthday (or nearest Monday/Friday)

• 1 additional day per year of service

• 6-month probation period, after which you gain:

• Gym membership contribution

• Private healthcare package

• Training, development, and structured progression

• Nest Pensions Scheme

• Work Laptop & Phone Provided

• Opportunity to work on high-profile AV installations and live events with the world’s largest brands

• Overtime paid at hourly rate based on salary

Interested in this role? Send your CV and a member of the team will be in touch with more details.

Share your CV

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