Weekend Event Lead - Running & Triathlon (Freelance)

The Fix Events; Reigate; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free race entries

Coffee on site

Job summary

The Fix Events is seeking an Event Manager to own the delivery of our running and triathlon events across the UK. You’ll be responsible for on-site leadership, safety, timing, and ensuring events run smoothly from setup to pack-down.

You’ll manage a crew of volunteers, communicate clearly, and travel frequently to weekend events, with a view to a permanent role. A UK driving licence and fitness for weekend work are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years' experience running events, preferably mass-participation.
• Confident leading a team and staying calm during busy periods.
• Organised, proactive, and capable of working independently or in a team.
• Genuinely good with people and clear in delivering instructions.
• Full UK driving licence; physically fit for weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Before the event: understand plan, course, timings and responsibilities.
• Collect and transport pre-packed van to site the day before.
• Set up course, start/finish, signage and event village.
• On the day: run event end-to-end, from setup to pack-down.
• Lead on-site crew and brief volunteers clearly.
• Keep things safe, on schedule and adapt plans as needed.
• Be the friendly face for participants and resolve issues quickly.
• After the event: return van and note restocking needs.
• Provide feedback on what went well and what to improve next time.

Skills

Event management

Team leadership

Communication

Client handling

Driving licence

Travel readiness

Tools

Race timing systems

Job description

The Fix Events is seeking an Event Manager to own the delivery of our running and triathlon events across the UK. You’ll be responsible for on-site leadership, safety, timing, and ensuring events run smoothly from setup to pack-down.

You’ll manage a crew of volunteers, communicate clearly, and travel frequently to weekend events, with a view to a permanent role. A UK driving licence and fitness for weekend work are essential.