Warehouse Manager Role/Event Decor Construction

Event Warehouse & Construction Manager

Location: Denton

Hours: 35 hours per week + Ad hoc weekend work (Opportunity to boost pay through overtime)

Holiday: You will also be entitled to 20 days holiday and 8 days bank holiday pay per year, you will also get your birthday paid as a day off if it falls on a week day.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organised, hands-on Warehouse & Construction Manager to join our growing team. This is a hybrid role combining warehouse management with bespoke construction and fabrication.

You will be responsible for ensuring our warehouse operates efficiently while leading the development of our in-house construction capabilities. As the business grows, this role has the potential to evolve into a full-time construction leadership position.

This is a key role within the company and will be central to delivering extraordinary projects for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Management

• Oversee day-to-day warehouse operations
• Manage inventory and stock control systems
• Organise and optimise stock storage
• Ensure the warehouse is clean, tidy, and well maintained
• Pick, prepare, and quality-check stock for events
• Check stock back in after events and report or repair any damage
• Maintain accurate stock records
• Ensure all equipment and décor is in excellent condition
• Manage and support the warehouse team
• Work closely with the Operations team
• Take responsibility for health & safety compliance

Construction & Fabrication

• Develop and grow the company’s construction and build department
• Lead bespoke build projects including:
• Simple stage builds (set carpenter experience is a positive)
• Backdrops and structures
• Table plans and centrepieces
• Large-scale floral frameworks
• Work with the Sales team to cost and scope construction projects
• Source appropriate materials and suppliers
• Produce technical drawings and fabrication plans
• Carry out joinery, carpentry, and craftsmanship work
• Undertake painting, spraying, and finishing work
• Maintain and safely use tools and machinery
• Explore and experiment with new materials and techniques

Project Support

• Attend site visits to measure and scope projects
• Assess feasibility and build methods
• Support installation and build on-site when required
• Collaborate with design, sales, and production teams
• Help build and lead a future construction team
• You will have the opportunity to go onsite and be part of our installations team (however this role will be predominantly warehouse based)

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in warehouse management and/or construction
• Strong joinery and craftsmanship skills
• Technically minded with the ability to produce simple drawings and plans if required
• Confident using tools and workshop equipment
• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Basic understanding of production and lighting (desirable but not essential)
• Experience working on creative or event-based builds (desirable)

Personal Qualities

• Positive, “can-do” attitude
• Proactive and solutions-focused
• You will be a pillar of strength in a fast operating environment
• Creative and open to new ideas
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Passionate about building and bringing concepts to life
• Committed to long-term career development

What We Offer

• A key leadership role in a fast-growing creative business
• Opportunity to shape and grow our construction department
• Long-term career progression
• Work on high-profile, exciting projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Immediate start

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who sees this as a long-term career opportunity and wants to be a core part of our growth journey. This is a role for someone who takes pride in their work, thrives in a creative environment, and wants to help build something exceptional.

If you have a warehouse and event management background that will be a bonus, in addition to holding a IPAF certification. Spray painting experience would also be advantageous, plus any basic electrical/lighting work.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £30,000.00 per year

Application question(s)

• Tell us why this role interests you & why you think you are the right fit for this role
• What do you feel you could bring to this role?

Work Location: In person