Do you have experience of managing a busy workshop team? Are you experienced in construction techniques? Can you organise and motivate others? Are you responsive to change? Do you thrive in a busy environment?

We are looking for a Head of Scenic Carpentry to supervise and manage the Scenic Carpentry workshop. Working closely with the Workshops Manager to manage workflow and resources. From early designs to loading of completed scenic items.

Reporting to the Head of Production, key areas of responsibility include (please see the full job description and person specification for the comprehensive list): 

• To plan and manage workload in association with the Workshops Manager and other Dept HODs.
• To work collaboratively with RSC production managers, HODs and technical designers to comply with technical design instructions and budgetary constraints, or otherwise communicate and discuss potential changes.
• To attend and contribute to planning, scheduling, costing and departmental meetings as required.
• To devise methods of construction with the drawing office and instruct team members.
• View 2D and 3D CAD information in paper and digital formats to obtain construction information, marking drawings as complete in the file management system.

To be suitable for this role, it is essential that you have the following knowledge and experience: 

• Proven experience of managing a workshop team at a similar professional level.
• A comprehensive knowledge of construction techniques and materials.
• Advanced construction techniques using a variety of materials.
• Experience with woodworking machinery including but not limited to; wall saw, radial arm saw, morticer, four-sided planer, handheld power tools and abrasive wheels.
• A good knowledge of appropriate regulations and Health and Safety legislation.
• Ability to plan and work within budgets.

This is a full-time permanent role based at our Workshop in Stratford-upon-Avon and the usual working hours are up to 48 hours per week. Normal hours are 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday- Friday. However, some weekend and evening work will be required in busier periods.

Application Process 

All applications should be made online using the RSC website. If you need any assistance when applying, please email jobs@rsc.org.uk 

The interviews will be in-person and will take place week commencing 24 February 2025.

About the RSC 

The RSC strives for excellence, and values creativity, inclusivity, sustainability, collaboration, and accountability.  

We can offer great benefits and aim to create a welcoming, supportive environment which is happy, healthy and safe. We place great importance upon developing a diverse, highly motivated and energised workforce to help achieve our priorities. We put our values at the heart of everything we do. 

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals. 

We believe that safeguarding children and adults is everyone's responsibility, and everybody working at the RSC has a duty to place safeguarding at the heart of their work. 

The Royal Shakespeare Company (no. 212481) is a registered charity.