Senior Production Manager

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading exhibition design company in Cape Town seeks a Senior Production Manager to lead production teams, manage supplier negotiations, and ensure stunning execution of exhibition stands. Candidates should have extensive experience in stand production, mastery of materials, and strong project planning skills. This position offers the chance to collaborate with a talented crew and build lasting client relationships.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in exhibition stand production and event structures.
• Mastery of materials: MDF, plastics, lighting, prints.
• Deep knowledge of Octanorm systems and custom fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire production teams for custom-built stands.
• Liaise with Design, Sales, and Project Management for execution.
• Problem-solve complex builds and logistics challenges.

Skills

Exhibition stand production

Project planning

Supplier negotiation

Team leadership

Tools

SketchUp

Maxcut

Office Suite

Google Drive

Job description

Senior Production Manager, Southern Suburbs, Cape Town

A global name in Exhibition Stand Design & Construction, Event Infrastructure, and Event Wayfinding & Sponsor Signage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire production teams, both in the workshop and onsite, to deliver stunning, custom-built stands and structures.
• Be Hands-On Liaise with Design, Sales, and Project Management to bring ideas to life from concept through to flawless execution.
• Problem-Solve Tackle complex builds, supplier management, and logistics like a pro.
• Optimise and continuously improve internal systems and workflows.
• Collaborate to build great relationships with clients, suppliers, and our talented crew.

Requirments:

• Extensive experience in exhibition stand production, event structures, and temporary architecture.
• Mastery of materials: MDF, plastics, XBoard, lighting, prints, finishes.
• Software savvy: SketchUp (basicmid), Maxcut, Office Suite, Google Drive. CAD experience is a bonus!
• Deep knowledge of Octanorm systems and custom fabrication.
• Ability to lead from the front gain the respect of the production team and inspire quality and efficiency.
• Strong skills in budget tracking, supplier negotiations, project planning (Gantt charts), and onsite management.