Event Manager

Company Description

Eventor (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading event specialists providing bespoke logistic solutions of every kind for motorsport, music, events, exhibitions, and the nuclear industry. We can transport, build, maintain and store anything and everything you need for your event.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Event Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of a fast-paced, high-profile motorsport operation. Based in Appleton and travelling across the UK and Europe in line with the Formula 1 calendar, you will coordinate vehicle movements, manage event crews and oversee the safe, precise build and breakdown of customer motorhomes, race bases, trailers and PODs.

You will be the main point of contact on site, ensuring every event is delivered safely, legally, on schedule and to an exceptional standard. You will also manage budgets, resources, travel arrangements, customer updates and continuous improvement activity, while leading the team by example in demanding, high-pressure environments.

• Plan UK and European vehicle movements around the Formula 1 season, ensuring compliance with cross-border, drivers’ hours, Working Time Directive and tachograph requirements.
• Lead the transport, setup, technical build, maintenance and breakdown of event hardware.
• Manage and motivate Team Leaders, drivers, riggers and event crew to deliver against customer schedules.
• Monitor build progress, quality, equipment condition and presentation to Formula 1 standards.
• Manage budgets, purchase orders, resources and team travel arrangements.
• Maintain accurate event reports and provide regular updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee health and safety, accident investigations, vehicle documentation, servicing and MOT schedules.
• Identify trends, resolve operational issues and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a motorsport or Formula 1 environment

• Strong knowledge of EU drivers’ hours, Working Time Directive and tachograph legislation.

• Experience leading and motivating teams in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.

• Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder-management skills.

• A practical, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving ability.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a clear commitment to quality and safety.

• Confidence managing competing priorities, tight deadlines and operational change.

• IT literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; experience of GTS, MWF or Microlise would be advantageous.

• Flexibility to travel internationally and work varying hours across race weekends.

• A strong work ethic and genuine passion for motorsport.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Eventor a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave – Holiday entitlement. 28 days, inclusive of bank holidays.  
• Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 3% employer.
• Access to pool car. 
• Life Assurance -  x2 your annual salary.
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year. 
• Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses. 
• Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!