Scenery Workshop Manager - Event Production
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Leading and developing our warehouse and workshop scenic team including line management.
Managing the day-to-day tasking of the workshop and scenic warehouse team.
Managing the construction & preparation process of our equipment to ensure the highest possible standards & deadlines are met.
Maintaining high standards of health and safety.
Stock management of workshop materials and consumables.
Maintenance of workshop equipment and tools.
Providing input on construction design and material specification for custom scenic elements.
Hands-on construction of scenic products.
Regular communication with the Head of Scenic for day-to-day and forward planning ensuring best use of department resources.
Provide training where required.
Assistance of other departments and other duties to meet the needs of the business.
QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY ATTRIBUTES OF THE CANDIDATE
At least 5 years' experience in the professional live events industry with a specialism in scenic construction.
Self-motivation, with the ability to lead by example and work as part of a team.
Ability to read & interpret construction drawings & CAD plans.
Good working knowledge of workshop tools and machinery.
Excellent carpentry skills with good working knowledge of various materials.
Experience with CNC machines an advantage but not essential.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Meticulous planning and attention to detail.
Ability to plan and prioritise multiple jobs on a daily basis.
Ability to problem solve and to work to deadlines.
Flexibility and a can-do, customer-focused attitude.
Keen eye for detail and high standards of presentation.
Strong IT skills.
WORKING HOURS
Due to the nature of our industry, we require our employees to have a flexible approach to their working hours. Typically, your working day would be 08:30 to 17:30 Monday to Friday, though we operate a flexible start time for staff where needed. Work outside of these hours and at weekends will be required as our workload/projects require. We try hard to manage a work/life balance for our team.
HOLIDAYS
28 days per year.
After 3 years of continuous service, you will receive your birthday off (the day off can be taken within 7 days of your birthday).
After 5 years of continuous service, you will receive a further day's holiday.
PENSION SCHEME
A company pension scheme which the company contributes to on a monthly basis.
If you feel you fulfill the above criteria and have RELEVANT experience, please send your CV over today.
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