Workshop Fabricator & On-Site Installer – Events & Festivals - Freelance
Location: Knockin, Shropshire (SY10) + UK-wide Site Travel
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 42.5 hours per week (5 days out of 7, including weekends during peak seasons)
The Role
Are you a skilled maker who loves seeing a project through from the first cut in the workshop to the final bolt on-site?
We are a leading creative production house looking for an upbeat, self-motivated Workshop Fabricator / Installer to join our team on a FREELANCE basis. This isn’t your average 9-to-5; you’ll be building high-impact sets and installations for some of the world’s biggest brands, working both in our Shropshire workshop and on-site at major UK festivals and events.
Key Responsibilities
* Workshop Fabrication: Collaborate with design teams to build captivating sets using joinery, welding, CNC routing, and various finishing techniques.
* On-Site Installation: Lead the charge on-site, safely transporting, assembling, and de-rigging exhibition stands and event activations.
* Problem Solving: Think on your feet to overcome site-specific challenges and ensure a flawless finish.
* Leadership: Guide junior team members and supervise temporary event staff during busy builds.
* Safety & Standards: Maintain a tidy workshop and strictly adhere to H&S protocols at all times.
About You
You are a "hands-on" professional with a "can-do" attitude who thrives in fast-paced, energised environments. You take pride in your craftsmanship and enjoy the variety of working in different locations across the UK.
Essential Requirements:
* Experience: Proven background in set building, carpentry, joinery, or a related fabrication field (Event industry experience is a huge plus).
* Technical Skills: Ability to interpret technical drawings and use a wide range of power tools and construction materials.
* Driving Licence: Must have a full UK driving licence.
* Flexibility: Willingness to work a 5-out-of-7 schedule, including weekends, and travel to sites nationwide.
* Attributes: Great communication skills, a level-headed approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to high-quality finishes.
Desirable Extras:
* Plant tickets (Forklift, Telehandler, Scissor Lift).
* Knowledge of CAD software (Sketchup, AutoCAD, etc.).
* H&S or First Aid qualifications.
Why Apply?
This is a chance to play a pivotal role in a creative, growing team where your work will be seen by thousands. If you’re ready to swap the mundane for the extraordinary and build things that truly stand out, we want to hear from you