Model Maker

Merlin Entertainments Group; Windsor; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading theme park operator in Windsor is hiring a Model Maker to design and build iconic LEGO models throughout the LEGOLAND Windsor Resort. The role requires a passion for LEGO, hands-on experience with various materials, and the ability to work outdoors in a physical capacity. The position offers competitive pay along with benefits such as discounts on LEGO products, staff parking, and ongoing training. If you have the right skills and experience, join this exciting team today!

Benefits

40% discount off LEGO® sets and products

20 free Merlin Magic Pass tickets

25% discount in Merlin retail shops

Private pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free staff parking

Ongoing training & development

Responsibilities

• Design and build iconic LEGO models in Miniland and throughout the resort.
• Build, repair, clean, and service LEGO models and animated features.
• Document and report model damage or needed repairs.
• Maintain health and safety standards including PPE usage and risk assessments.

Skills

3D qualification in Product Design, Model Making or similar discipline

Proven experience using a range of materials for Model Making

Experience in using 2D and 3D modelling software

Experience and training in the safe use of hand tools

Ability to work outside in a physical role

Organised and able to manage workload

Passion for LEGO

Desirable to hold a full UK driver's licence

Education

3D qualification in Product Design, Model Making or similar discipline

Job description

What you'll bring to the team

Model Maker

Location: LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, Windsor, SL4 4AY

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, across a 7-day rota (any 5 days out of 7), some unsociable hours expected such as early mornings or evenings

Contract Type: Full time

Here at the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort our 2025 season is in full swing, and we are recruiting for a Model Maker to join our AWESOME Models & Theming Creative Team!

As one of our legendary Model Makers at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort you will have the awesome opportunity to design and build our iconic LEGO models in Miniland and across the resort!

A Model Maker at LEGOLAND Windsor will be responsible for building, repairing, cleaning, and servicing LEGO models and other animated features across the resort, using your expert skills and knowledge to update and replace them when required. Our models and theming team check our models daily to keep them looking fresh and exciting for our guests!

You'll document and report on any model damage or required repairs and maintain a high standard of health and safety within your designated areas which includes, but is not limited to, correct PPE usage, risk assessments, SSOW and Merlin internal H& S procedures.

Being a Model Maker at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort is a job unlike any other, so if you have the required skills and experience (detailed below) why not apply to join this Brick-Tastic team today?!

Qualifications & Experience

• 3D qualification in Product Design, Model Making or similar discipline
• Proven experience in using a range of materials for Model Making
• Experience in using 2D and 3D modelling software
• You should have experience and training in the safe use of hand tools
• Comfortable to work outside in a physical role - this will include bending, lifting, reaching and heavy lifting
• Of course you'll be well organised, able to prioritise and manage your workload and have a passion for LEGO!
• It is desirable that you hold a full UK drivers licence, but not essential

Benefits

• 40% discount off LEGO® sets and products on the online LEGO Store!

• Merlin Magic Pass: 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world!
• 25% discount in Merlin retail shops and restaurants (a brilliant extra treat when you're using your Magic Pass to visit!)
• Staff discount codes for Merlin Annual Passes to gift to loved ones!

• Private pension scheme
• Life assurance scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to Perks at Work which 30,000+ national & local employee discounts
• Free staff parking
• Ongoing training & development

About the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort

We are looking for a Model Maker to join our AWESOME team at the UK's favourite children's theme park; the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort. The LEGOLAND Windsor Resort is the ultimate destination for families with children age 2-12. The Resort is home to three awesome LEGO themed Hotels and a host of rides, shows and attractions built around the iconic LEGO® brick. This role is based at the Windsor theme park, located in 150 acres of beautiful parkland.

About Merlin

A job with Merlin isn't like a job anywhere else. With attractions around the world, from rollercoasters to wax figures, we don't trade in suits, handshakes or briefcases. We trade in fun. In smiles, shrieks and spine-tingles. In Memories. In magic. But there are no tricks behind our magic. Instead, there are people like you. Passionate, dedicated people who are committed to making sure our worldwide attractions and guests' experiences are the best they can be.

If you have any questions or if you require any reasonable adjustments, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

Competitive