Senior Production Manager

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Production Manager
, based in South East London
, to join a growing design and build business operating within creative, immersive and specialist build environments.

This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for overseeing workshop and production operations, coordinating resources, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality projects from concept through to completion.

• Day-to-day leadership and management of workshop and production teams
• Close collaboration with Project Managers to plan, schedule and coordinate production activities
• Supporting design teams in transitioning concepts into efficient, buildable production outputs
• Managing workshop resources, space planning, workflow and safe working practices
• Overseeing subcontractor resourcing and supporting HR with recruitment and onboarding
• Monitoring production budgets, attending weekly cost meetings and tracking departmental spend
• Driving continuous improvement across production processes, systems and methods
• Promoting a culture of accountability, teamwork and pride in quality output
• Championing Health & Safety standards and ensuring full compliance at all times

• Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar leadership role
• Background within scenic build, set build, immersive environments or specialist fabrication (preferred)
• Strong hands-on understanding of workshop processes and manufacturing methods
• Excellent leadership, organisation and planning skills
• Confident communicator able to collaborate across design, project and production teams
• Passionate about process improvement, team development and operational excellence
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety and maintaining a safe, efficient workspace

If interested, please get in touch with Neil, or contact the office on .Alternatively, click Apply to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.