Workshop Manager

mustard | B Corp; Croydon; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A large-scale event production company in Croydon is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead and coordinate workshop operations. This critical role ensures high-quality delivery of scenic builds across diverse projects. Key responsibilities include managing day-to-day workshop operations, ensuring quality control, and coordinating with design and production teams. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in scenic fabrication and possess strong leadership skills. Benefits include health insurance and additional holidays based on service.

Benefits

22 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional leave for years of service

Health insurance package

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric Vehicle scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a workshop in scenic, set build, exhibition, or event production environments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaborative approach and solution-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the scenic workshop.
• Ensure quality control and health & safety compliance.
• Coordinate with design and production teams to ensure integration.
• Manage workshop staff, freelancers, and suppliers.
• Maintain equipment and materials.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Scenic fabrication techniques

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title : Workshop Manager

Department : Scenic

Reports to : Head of Scenic

Salary : Circa £45,000

Location : South London

About the Company

We are a large-scale event production company delivering end-to-end solutions for world‑class brands including. All production is delivered in‑house, with a comprehensive scenic capability that spans concept, design, build, and integrated AV delivery.

Our scenic team produces a broad range of work—from corporate presentation stages and exhibitions to retail environments and experiential activations—offering full set design through to fabrication and on‑site integration.

This is a genuinely unique time to join the business, with significant opportunity for growth, scale, international collaboration.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead and coordinate workshop operations within our scenic department. This role is critical to ensuring the efficient, safe, and high‑quality delivery of scenic builds across a diverse and demanding project portfolio.

Working closely with the Head of Scenic, production teams, designers, and project managers, you will be responsible for overseeing workshop resources, schedules, and outputs, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the scenic workshop, including workflow planning and resource allocation
• Ensure quality control, health & safety compliance, and best‑practice workshop processes
• Coordinate with design, production, and AV teams to ensure seamless integration
• Manage workshop staff, freelancers, and suppliers as required
• Maintain equipment, materials, and workshop facilities
• Support continuous improvement across build methods, efficiencies, and standards

About You

• Proven experience managing a workshop within scenic, set build, exhibition, or event production environments
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Deep understanding of scenic fabrication techniques and materials
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• A proactive, solution‑focused mindset with high attention to detail

Benefits

• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays (30 days total)
• An additional day’s holiday for each year of service (up to 30 days plus bank holidays)
• Health insurance package
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Electric Vehicle scheme

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing scenic operation at a pivotal moment in its evolution, working on high‑profile projects for globally recognised brands within a supportive and ambitious production environment.