Scenic Production Manager

Cavendish Professionals

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.

Key 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

* 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