Hands-On Production & Installations Lead

Creative Sensory Spaces; Sydney; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Sensory Spaces in Sydney is seeking an experienced Production & Installation Manager to lead the workshop, production team and on-site installations. This is a 50/50 hands-on and leadership role.

You’ll bring hands-on technical skills, ability to read drawings, supervise a small team, and coordinate projects from fabrication to final installation. The role combines practical fabrication with project coordination and safety oversight.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on technical skills and ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Experience supervising or leading a small team.
• Ability to organise jobs, materials, people and deadlines.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach and pride in quality workmanship.
• Strong communication, reliability and willingness to roll up your sleeves.
• A current driver’s licence and White Card.

Responsibilities

• Lead the workshop: Oversee daily production, fabrication, assembly and workflow.
• Manage the team: Coordinate staff, allocate work, set priorities and keep projects on track.
• Get hands-on: Work alongside the team on fabrication, assembly, repairs and technical challenges.
• Deliver projects: Turn approved designs into production plans, coordinating materials, suppliers and deadlines.
• Manage installations: Plan and participate in on-site installations, ensuring safety, quality and attention to detail.
• Own quality and safety: Maintain workshop standards, check finished products and oversee site compliance.
• Solve problems: Troubleshoot issues, coordinate repairs and keep the Founder informed of progress.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Read drawings

Team coordination

Project management

Communication

Tools

CNC machinery

Job description

Creative Sensory Spaces in Sydney is seeking an experienced Production & Installation Manager to lead the workshop, production team and on-site installations. This is a 50/50 hands-on and leadership role.

You’ll bring hands-on technical skills, ability to read drawings, supervise a small team, and coordinate projects from fabrication to final installation. The role combines practical fabrication with project coordination and safety oversight.