Event Health & Safety Manager in London

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven NEBOSH (or equivalent) qualified applicant with a clear passion for Event Health and Safety to join our in-house team. The role will suit an applicant who is looking for a full-time permanent position, or a freelancer looking for a longer full-time/part-time contract role. The role will suit someone with at least two – three years’ experience working in the live events industry with experience gained onsite at outdoor events and festivals.

The role is primarily based in Hoxton, London and has a good split of office and on-site work. There will be a requirement to work away from home regularly during the week and at weekends (occasionally abroad), particularly over the summer period from May – September. Due to the ongoing situation regarding train travel and disruption, the candidate will need to be based in London, avoiding the need to commute long distances.

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT SOMEONE WHO:

• Has experience working in festival or live event production
• Is looking to develop their career within an in-house production team
• Enjoys both planning and hands-on event delivery
• Is highly organised and detail-oriented
• Thrives in a collaborative, creative and fast-paced environment

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Account Management for OPS team clients.
• Working closely with the Production Team at The Fair and Creative Producers at We Are Placemaking to ensure all events are delivered safely and in line with relevant legislation.
• Write Event Safety Management Plans, Risk Assessments and associated appendices for a variety of events, festivals and public realm activations.
• Acting as the lead Health & Safety Manager on-site for large-scale events.
• Working alongside other members of the OPS team to deliver Event H&S training for a selection of our clients.
• Liaising with multi-agency representatives from the SAG and Local Authority during planning phases to advance events through the SAG process and during the live event.
• To lead onsite Emergency Liaison Team (ELT) Meetings where required.
• To undertake dynamic risk assessments during a live show.
• Supporting with Premises Licence Applications.
• Submitting other event licensing and permissions including Temporary Event Notice applications (TEN’s) and Section 30 notifications.
• Supplier Auditing (reviewing sub-contractor and caterer RAMS and Insurances etc).
• RIDDOR Reporting.
• Ability to draft PowerPoint or Keynote presentations and contribute to new business pitches.
• Undertaking on-site Safety Inspections and Risk Mitigation Audits (with photo log) and reporting back to clients (Production Managers/Site Managers etc).

ON-SITE DELIVERY

• Provide hands-on support across all areas of festival delivery, including site office, accreditation and general production coordination.
• Support Production Managers with supplier siting and infrastructure setup (e.g. toilets, marquees, trackway, fencing).
• Lead on signage installation and management (e.g. gates, fire exits) in collaboration with safety and operations teams.
• Manage equipment tracking and sign-out processes (radios, furniture, plant, etc.).
• Monitor and record damages, losses and equipment condition throughout the event.
• Attend and support HOD meetings, including minute taking and communication of key actions.

GENERAL & COMPANY SUPPORT

• Maintain logs, records and audit trails post-event.
• Support wider company activity where required, including venue research, marketing and social media support.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• At least one of the following minimum qualifications are crucial:
• NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health
• NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health
• National and Scottish Vocational Qualifications (NVQ/SVQ) Level 6, Health and Safety at Work

• Essential Requirements (Skills)
• Ability to plan ahead.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload.
• Ability to manage a diverse client portfolio.
• Previous Health & Safety experience gained in the live events industry.
• Confidence to work as an Event Health & Safety Manager on-site at large-scale outdoor events and festivals.
• An awareness of Licensing legislation and the application process (Premises Licences and TENs).
• Knowledge of the SAG Process.
• Confident in speaking to all levels of personnel (clients (including Director level), suppliers, emergency services, local authority etc).
• Proficient user of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel.
• Previous experience working onsite as an Event Health & Safety Advisor at outdoor events and festivals with a capacity of 10,000 or more.
• Previous experience working at small independent agency.
• Additional skills/qualifications such as Crowd Safety Management.

ABOUT WE GROUP

We Group is an independent live event production collective based in East London, specialising in festivals and large-scale events. We have been producing live events for over 20 years, working with some of the most exciting independent festival promoters, brands and organisations across the UK, US and beyond deliver live events across music, sports, activities and cultural events.

Our team has delivered festivals including Boiler Room and Labyrinth on The Thames, brand activations for the likes of Cupra, and major events for organisations including Grosvenor and London Heritage Quarter. We deliver everything from venue-finding and site design to council liaison, procurement, and on-site production management, helping clients bring ambitious live events to life across the UK and internationally.

We Group is made up of three agencies – The Fair, We Are Placemaking and We Are OPS – all of which work closely to deliver large-scale cultural events, public activations and festival operations.

WORKING AT WE GROUP

At We Group, we strive to produce the best possible experiences for the people we work with. Our team’s expertise, bravery and big-picture thinking are integral to our approach, but it’s our mix of ambition, creativity, fun and flair that really sets us apart.

Our team is our most valuable asset – we are a family, and we work hard to support each other’s development. As a member of the We Group family, you will be supported with regular personal and professional development plans, team workshops and training.

BENEFITS

• Hybrid working options (2 days per week from home, flexible hours).
• Holiday pay (additional holiday with years served) + birthday off with pay.
• Option to join company share scheme after 3 years’ service.
• Company Cycle Scheme.
• Discounted in-office gym membership.
• Ongoing personal and professional development.
• Access to workshops, training, and industry events.
• Attendance at our portfolio of festivals and events.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We strive to create the best possible experiences for everyone, and for everyone to feel valued and included. Our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our family – they are the magic behind the machine.

We are committed to equal opportunities and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of age, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marriage, caring responsibilities, or pregnancy and maternity. We welcome applications from deaf and disabled people. If you require reasonable adjustments to apply for the position or attend an interview, please let us know by calling or emailing.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

At We Group, we believe in the power of events to inspire, connect, and transform. We champion independent promoters, advocate best practices in production, operations, and safety, and support the wider cultural ecosystem by cultivating new talent, pushing creative boundaries, and prioritising the audience experience. Our commitment extends beyond delivery, from mentoring emerging professionals and driving sustainability in festivals, to leading campaigns like Your Festival Needs You and producing the documentary It Takes a Village. Our team regularly shares expertise at UK and US industry events, while our CEO, Nick, serves as Vice-Chair of AIF, sits on the Advisory Board of NTIA, and contributes to SAGE and the ESA to strengthen support for the live events sector.