Head of Workshops
Birmingham Repertory Theatre Closing date: Mon, 06 Jul 2026
- Full time
- £40k-£50k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 39 hours per week
Salary: c.£45,000 per annum, with more for an exceptional candidate
Applications Close: Midday Monday 6 July
Working with us you would be able to access the following benefits:
Contributory staff pension, 5% employee and 3% employer
Holiday entitlement of 5 weeks plus bank holidays and a day accrual each year of service up to 5 years.
A day off for your birthday
Free-to-use employee assistance service
Staff ticket discount (when available)
Staff discount in The Rep food and drink outlets
25% Season Ticket discount on parking at Q-Parks
£6 day rates at Utilita Arena North and South Car Parks
Access to salary sacrifice schemes including Bike to Work scheme and Health Cash Plans
Job Requirements
We're looking for an experienced scenic construction professional with strong leadership skills and a solid background in workshop management or theatre production. You'll bring advanced timber and metal fabrication expertise, confidently interpret technical drawings, and uphold excellent health and safety standards. Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects at pace, you'll communicate clearly, solve problems creatively, and champion sustainability and continuous improvement.
Job Responsibilities
This role leads the management of all workshop areas (woodwork, metal, and props), ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of scenic construction, fabrication, maintenance, and repair. Working closely with the Technical Director, Designers, and Heads of Department, you will oversee operations, staff, resources, and build schedules to deliver productions on time and within budget to the required artistic and technical standards. You will lead and develop your teams, allocate resources effectively, and provide practical technical solutions, while overseeing the construction and maintenance of scenic elements, monitoring workloads and materials, and ensuring safe use of equipment. The role also includes responsibility for budgets, procurement, stock control, and maintaining accurate project documentation to support efficient operations. You will champion sustainable practices to reduce waste and environmental impact, lead on staff training and performance management, and e
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Head of Workshops
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Mon, 06 Jul 2026
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Location:
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Job: Head of Workshops
Job: Head of Workshops
Organisation: Birmingham Repertory Theatre
Postcode: B1 2EP
How to Apply
To apply for this post please submit your CV and covering letter via our application portal on our website https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/get-involved/careers-and-vacancies.html
- Contact name: People Team
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Birmingham Repertory Theatre
Established in 1913, The Rep has an unparalleled history as a pioneering repertory theatre and the launch-pad for some of the most exciting talent in UK theatre both past and present. Today it is a producing powerhouse with three auditoria - The House, 820 seats; The Studio, 300 seats; The Door, 150 seats - as well as extensive on-site production facilities.