Event Production Manager

The Event Production Manager will join the Events team and be responsible for the production planning, installation, live operation and de-rig of Formula 1 activations across Grand Prix and affiliated events. Events Operation shapes F1's live fan experience by delivering high-quality fan areas at Grand Prix events. Reporting to the Senior Event Delivery Manager, the role delivers activations from build to de-rig while ensuring operational, technical and brand standards are met.

• Lead production planning, installation, live operation and de-rig of allocated F1 activations, acting as production lead during build, live operation and de-rig.
• Develop schedules, installation and de-rig plans, timelines and critical-path documents, and review drawings, specifications, power requirements and layouts for safe delivery.
• Coordinate mark-out, access routes, build sequencing and activation positioning, and manage installation, checks, snagging, sign-off and safe de-rig.
• Manage on-site delivery so activations remain safe, operational and on standard, including readiness checks, inspections, snagging and operational handovers.
• Resolve live issues, escalate risks and implement practical solutions while maintaining clear access, crowd flow, emergency routes and service routes.
• Lead planning calls and briefings to align schedules, responsibilities, access, requirements and approvals with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Coordinate supplier scopes, deliverables, staffing, logistics, welfare, security, cleaning and waste, ensuring stakeholders and suppliers understand site rules, promoter requirements, F1 expectations and responsibilities.
• Maintain records of contacts, supplier documents, decisions, actions and approvals, and maintain and follow RAMS, construction plans, certificates, insurance and safety documentation.
• Work with F1 Health and Safety, promoters, venues and suppliers to meet legislation, site rules and F1 requirements, ensuring suitable controls for build, live and de-rig activity including inductions, PPE and emergency procedures
• Coordinate pre-open safety checks and monitor live areas for safety, presentation and crowd flow
• Report incidents and near misses and capture learnings after each event.
• Coordinate freight, deliveries, access, load-in/out, storage, transport and site logistics
• Manage event spend, purchase orders, invoices and cost tracking
• Maintain production documents, reports, action trackers, readiness updates and debriefs
• Capture lessons learned and update planning, briefs, templates and checklists
• Travel internationally to at least 10 events for approximately 10 days.

• Calm, practical and solutions-focused under pressure.
• Collaborative, with strong relationships across teams, promoters, partners and suppliers.
• Confident communicator with a flexible, can-do attitude.
• Highly organised, proactive and accountable across multiple races or projects.
• Willing and able to travel internationally for race events.
• 5+ years event production or operational delivery experience across sport, live entertainment, brand activation or major events.
• Experience managing installation, live operation and de-rig of temporary infrastructure or activations.
• Strong on-site production experience, including schedules, suppliers, snagging, checks and issue resolution.
• Experience working with suppliers, contractors, agencies, venues, promoters and internal stakeholders.
• Strong planning, organisation, prioritisation and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of temporary structures, scenic build, branding, AV, power, lighting, logistics and site operations.
• Understanding of event health and safety, including RAMS, PPE, lifting plans, fire safety and emergency routes.
• Ability to interpret layouts, drawings and operational plans into practical delivery requirements.
• Confident managing suppliers, contractors, stakeholders, budgets and communications.

• Dental care
• 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
• Free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding train stations near to Biggin Hill
• Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
• 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
• Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in-house Learning and Development team
• Discount on F1 merchandise
• Discount at F1's experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive