Workshop Manager

Workshop Manager | Competitive Salary | Bristol | Full-time
Are you an experienced fabrication professional who enjoys leading from the front? Would you like to manage a skilled workshop team delivering creative builds for leading brands and major events?
The role
Magic Number is looking for an experienced Workshop Manager to lead the fabrication team at The Hub, our 32,000 sq ft production facility in Bristol.
You’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the workshop and support the delivery of large-scale campaigns across festivals, live events, retail environments and pop-up activations.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead, support and develop a team of fabricators.
· Plan workshop activity across multiple projects and deadlines.
· Review designs and recommend effective construction methods.
· Provide hands-on technical guidance throughout each build.
· Maintain high standards of workmanship and quality control.
· Work with project teams to ensure drawings, materials and resources are available.
· Manage CNC workflow according to production priorities.
· Coordinate project-specific materials with the Production Manager.
· Monitor fabrication hours and productivity against budgets.
· Maintain workshop organisation, housekeeping and Health & Safety standards.
· Ensure machinery, tools and equipment are used and maintained safely.
· Support occasional installations and de-rigs.
About our company
Magic Number is an award-winning experiential marketing, brand partnerships and production agency. We bring together creative strategy, design, fabrication, logistics and on-site delivery to produce memorable experiences for some of the world’s leading brands.
The Benefits
· 28 days’ annual leave, including Bank Holidays.
· Up to five additional days based on length of service.
· Mobile phone line rental contribution.
· Paid Christmas shutdown.
· NEST pension scheme.
· Gym membership contribution of up to £15 per month.
· Regular team socials and company events.
· Festival tickets and industry experiences where available.
· Career development within a growing creative production business.
The person
You’ll need:
· Three to five years’ experience in workshop management, fabrication, set building, exhibitions, events or technical production.
· Strong knowledge of fabrication techniques, materials and construction methods.
· Proven experience leading and developing a team.
· Experience operating workshop machinery safely.
· Strong organisational and project management skills.
· A practical approach to problem-solving.
· Excellent communication and attention to detail.
Experience within experiential marketing, festivals, exhibitions or retail activations would be beneficial.
Flexibility is required, as occasional overtime, weekend work and on-site support may be needed during busy periods.
What’s next?
If you’re ready to lead a busy workshop and deliver impressive builds for major brands and events, apply today with your CV
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed