Scenic Production Manager

Cavendish Professionals; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing design and build company in South East London is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead their workshop and production teams. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in production management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and high-performing workspace. Responsibilities include coordinating production activities, managing resources, and championing health and safety best practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production management role, ideally within scenic or set build.
• Hands-on knowledge of workshop processes.
• Strong leadership and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership to workshop and production staff.
• Work with project managers to coordinate production activities.
• Oversee subcontractor resourcing and assist with recruitment.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Process Improvement

Job description

Overview

We're a growing design and build company in South East London, seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our workshop and production teams. This is a pivotal role where you'll make a real impact - perfect for someone who thrives in a creative environment and takes pride in delivering quality through well-organised, people-focused leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership to workshop and production staff.
• Work closely with project managers to plan and coordinate production activities.
• Support design teams in moving concepts seamlessly into production.
• Manage resources, scheduling, and workshop space to ensure smooth workflow and safety.
• Oversee subcontractor resourcing and assist the HR Manager with recruitment and onboarding.
• Monitor budgets, attend weekly cost meetings, and track departmental spend.
• Drive continuous improvement across processes and production methods.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and pride in maintaining a safe, tidy, and efficient workplace.
• Champion Health & Safety best practices at all times.

About You / Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production management role, ideally within scenic, set build, or immersive environments.
• A practical maker at heart, with hands-on knowledge of workshop processes.
• Strong leadership, organisation, and planning skills.
• A confident communicator who collaborates effectively across teams.
• Passionate about process improvement and enabling others to succeed.
• Committed to developing and motivating people.
• Dedicated to maintaining a safe, compliant, and high-performing workspace.