HEAD OF PRODUCTION - EXHIBITION D&B

Posted 08 March 2019
SalaryNegotiable
Location
Job type Permanent
Reference16712/001_1552021222
Contact NameLive Recruitment

Job description

HEAD OF PRODUCTION - EXHIBITION D&B
NORTH WEST
£EXCELLENT

LK16712

We are looking for an experienced Production Director/Head of Production to join a fantastic full service exhibition design & build agency in the North West. With responsibility over leading and developing the production department this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a brilliant business!

THE COMPANY

As the UKs fastest growing full service exhibition design and build agency, our client provides innovative and custom design and installation services to a broad variety of clients. Working with both exhibition organisers and event agencies their busy calendar consists of around 25 stands per month and they have delivered a number of award winning exhibition stands to date. With 85,000 sq feet of warehouse space, all services under one roof and a team comprised of experts within the industry they deliver projects to the highest possible standard whilst also offering the best value to their clients.

This is a career defining opportunity to join a leading business and take hold of developing the production department.

THE ROLE

Our client is now looking for a Head of Production/Production Director to join their team. Reporting directly to the CEO, the successful candidate will be the driving force of the production team.

Key responsibilities will include:

*Holding overall responsibility over the delivery of projects
*Contributing to the development of business strategy
*Managing the daily planning of production operations
*Ensuring department targets are met on a weekly/monthly basis
*Implementing and reviewing production processes to improve efficiencies
*Coordinating department integration with other internal teams
*Accountability for health & safety processes across the team
*Resource management including hiring staff
*Line management of the team including KPI settings, appraisals, training and development
*Monitoring costs, department budgets and ROI
*Onsite management when required


THE CANDIDATE

Candidate must have previous experience of working in a similar role within an exhibition design & build or event production agency. A proven background in implementing processes and efficiencies within a team as well as experience leading and developing a team are essential to be considered. Candidates must also have a strong commercial awareness and knowledge of build materials and processes.

In return you will get the chance to join this fantastic agency at a senior level and really have an input into the projects they deliver!

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting. Alternatively, if you know someone who would be perfect for this position why not take advantage of our £250 referral scheme.