Introduction
Production Solutions Group is looking to appoint a skilled Metal Worker / Carpenter to join our Workshop team.
This hybrid role involves fabricating and assembling theatre sets and props using both metal and timber, ensuring strong, safe and high-quality builds.
The main part of this role is metal fabrication, but when steel work is not required within the schedule the role will work with our carpentry team, dependant on project needs. As the business grows, this position is expected to transition into a dedicated Metal Worker.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Metalwork & Fabrication
· Fabricate steel structures, frames and components for theatre sets and props.
· Perform high quality MIG / TIG welding, cutting, grinding and finishing.
· Ensure all metalwork is safe, durable, and fit for purpose.
· Work with designers and project management to adapt metal designs from CAD drawings and technical briefs.
Carpentry Support
· Assist with timber construction, joinery, and integration of wood and metal elements.
· Use hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery to complete carpentry tasks when required.
Workshop Practices
· Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
· Use tools, machinery and equipment responsibly, carrying out maintenance where required.
· Work with other members of the team in builds, assisting with lifting, assembly etc as required.
· Follow and promote safe working practices, complying with all health and safety regulations.
Collaboration & Communication
· Work closely with the Workshop Director and Project Manager, designers and team members to deliver projects on time.
· Communicate effectively with the wider team to ensure clarity on requirements.
· Support occasional onsite fitups, installation at theatres.
Finishing & Detailing
· Assist with scenic finishing, such as sanding, filling, priming and basic painting.
· Where required, support integration of set electrics, rigging or metal work with carpentry elements.
General
· To always track sustainability within the department and model best practice in terms of environmental responsibility.
· Always maintain excellent relationships with external contractors and suppliers.
· To engage and contribute meaningfully to development of Production Solutions Group and its subsidiaries Business Plan, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan and Sustainability Plan.
· To maintain good relations with industry bodies representing the company's interest within trade union negotiations or other environments in the sector.
· To uphold and embody the Company's policies, including but not limited to our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy, Dignity at Work policy and Health and Safety policy.
· Any other reasonable duties that arise to fulfil the objectives of Production Solutions Group and its subsidiaries.
The above is not a definitive list and the Carpenter should expect to perform any other duties requested in order to facilitate the expansion of the businesses.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
· Proven experience in metalworking, fabrication and welding (MIG/TIG essential).
· Ability to cut, grind and finish steel to a high standard.
· Some carpentry/joinery skills, with willingness to support timber construction as required.
· Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and CAD plans.
· Knowledge of materials and construction methods used in scenic carpentry, including wood, steel, paint and finishes.
· Awareness of health and safety procedures in a workshop setting.
· Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, or onsite installation as per business requirements.
· Knowledge of Vectorworks or other CAD software.
· Ability to prioritise.
· Ability to problem solve using a methodical approach.
· Proven experience of working within internal and external teams.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels within and outside of the organisation.
· Ability to work under pressure, meeting deadlines and work under own initiative.
· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
· Committed to environmental sustainability.
· Excellent time management skills.
· Attention to detail.
· Computer literate on MS applications.
Desirable
· Qualification or training in carpentry, joinery, or technical theatre.
· Good understanding of technical equipment.
· Working knowledge of current Health and Safety Legislation and its application in a theatre / event setting.
· Full clean driving license.
· First Aid Qualification.
Skills
Essential
· Excellent project management skills.
· Highly organised, with strong attention to detail.
· Proven ability to monitor, report and take steps to mitigate project risks.
· Good written and verbal communications.
· Good time management skills with ability to prioritise.
· Works on own initiative, resourceful and able to troubleshoot.
· Ability to deal with a cross-section of different people from wide ranging backgrounds in diverse circumstances including under pressure in challenging, potentially high charged situations.
Personal Qualities
· Able to develop collaborative working relationships internally and externally.
· Motivated, flexible, and reliable.
· A natural curiosity and interest in digital technology, and the future of the arts and media industries.
· A genuine interest in the development of the arts throughout the UK.
Equal Opportunities
Production Solutions Group and its subsidiaries will not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, marital status, disability, age, part-time or fixed term contract status, sexual orientation or religion in the engagement of personnel.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Stoke-on-Trent ST4 7AW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Theatre Set Construction: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person