Production Manager - Exhibition

Production Manager- Exhibition Stands
Leeds (5 days on-site)
Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE

Disrupt Talent is recruiting on behalf of a leading UK-based exhibition and experiential build company, delivering high-quality, bespoke builds for major brands and live events across the UK and Europe.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Production Manager / Senior Project Manager to take ownership of workshop production, planning, and delivery operations.

This is a senior leadership role, responsible for ensuring efficient production flow, high-quality output, and strong coordination across all workshop functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full oversight of workshop production, including joinery manufacturing, with coordination across electrical and paint departments
• Planning and management of production schedules, workflows, and project delivery timelines
• Leadership, development, and management of workshop and production teams
• Oversight of materials ordering, stock control, and resource planning
• Coordination and organisation of shop floor machinery and equipment (management/oversight, not hands-on maintenance)
• Ensuring consistent quality control across all production output
• Working closely with internal project and delivery teams to ensure smooth execution of exhibition builds

About the Role:
This is a key senior position within a fast-paced and creative production environment. You will play a vital role in delivering complex, high-end exhibition and experiential projects for well-known brands, ensuring operational excellence from concept through to installation.
Benefits:

• Salary up to £70,000 per annum
• 22 days holiday (rising to 25 days after 12 months)
• Private medical insurance (after qualifying period)
• Senior leadership position within a growing, reputable business

Working Pattern:

• Full-time, based in Leeds (5 days per week)
• Workshop starts from 7am
• Flexibility required for project deadlines, including occasional out-of-hours or weekend work

We are looking for a strong, hands-on production leader who thrives in a fast-moving environment and has experience delivering high-quality build or manufacturing output within events, exhibitions, or similar sectors.