Head of Production – Exhibition

About the role

The Head of Production – Exhibition takes full ownership of the production function, reviewing signed‑off designs through fabrication, logistics and on‑site installation, and managing a team of carpenters and install crews across domestic and international shows. You will build systems, grow the workshop team and work directly with the owner who makes decisions quickly.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a team of carpenters and coordinate workshop projects from design to build.
• Review CAD drawings and working designs for feasibility and practical production requirements.
• Create production lists, assign tasks, and agree build schedules.
• Audit stock, identify reuse or refabrication opportunities and order materials.
• Plan and manage logistics, including lorry bookings, packing, weight and height limits, and show timelines.
• Assign and lead on‑site installation and dismantling crews, attending larger shows as required.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in the exhibition stand design‑and‑build sector.
• Proven ability to lead a production/workshop team and run the full build cycle.
• Credibility with qualified carpenters and tradespeople.
• Strong knowledge of exhibition logistics, lorry specifications and tight show deadlines.
• Local to Surrey and able to work on‑site in the office and workshop.

Required skills

• CAD reading
• Logistics planning

What we offer

• Private medical cover
• Overtime and away‑time earnings on top of base salary
• Profit‑share scheme under development
• Direct access to the owner for fast decision‑making