Events Manager

Job Title: Events Manager

Location: Pontefract

Salary: 15 per hour

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Purpose of the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Events Manager to support the Head of Outdoor Events in planning, organising, and delivering a full calendar of seasonal events-including the Pumpkin Festival, Sunflowers, Tulips, Pick-Your-Own experiences, FarmTrax, vehicle shows, craft fairs, and more. The role ensures events are well-coordinated, safe, guest-focused, and aligned with Farmer Copleys' values and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Event Planning & Administration;

• Assist in the planning and organisation of a diverse range of seasonal events.
• Schedule meetings with third-party suppliers, contractors, and potential clients.
• Complete and manage event paperwork, ensuring it reflects individual client requirements.
• Circulate event documentation promptly to ensure all departments are briefed and aligned.
• Participate in regular meetings to review upcoming and past events, contributing ideas for continuous improvement year on year.
• Ensure event timelines and key milestones are met consistently.

Event Delivery & Operations;

• Support the physical setup, maintenance, cleanliness, and organisation of event spaces, including manual handling tasks.
• Act as a key point of contact during events, overseeing all aspects of on-the-day delivery.
• Manage post-event wrap-up processes, ensuring smooth breakdown and handover.
• Oversee consumable stock levels and organise replenishment where required.
• Assist with staff recruitment, rota planning, and daily coordination of casual event teams.
• Liaise with the Marketing Team to support event promotion and messaging.
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety regulations and local licensing requirements.
• Carry out key holder duties and complete cashing-up procedures as required.
• Provide support and occasional cover for the maintenance and farm teams.
• Act as a trained First Aider on-site.

Professional Standards;

• Represent Farmer Copleys in a friendly, professional manner at all times.
• Act as an ambassador for the brand, consistently demonstrating company values.
• Maintain competency in Microsoft Office and general digital administration.
• Undertake other tasks, projects, or activities in line with the scope and expectations of the role

Please note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK to be considered.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Event Coordinator, Event Planner, Director of Events, Head of Events, Outdoor Events Manager, may also be considered for this role.