Production Manager
Take the Lead on Standout Exhibition Projects
An established Sydney exhibition project management business is looking for an experienced Senior Production Manager to join its close-knit team.
Working with global and market-leading brands, you'll manage exhibition stand projects from approved concept through to installation and client handover.
This is a senior, hands-on opportunity for someone who understands the exhibition industry, has strong supplier relationships and can confidently manage multiple projects at once.
The Role
Managing approximately 10-20 projects at different stages, you will:
- Prepare quotes, budgets and production schedules
- Source and coordinate builders, AV, furniture, graphics, signage, rigging and other suppliers
- Manage purchase orders, artwork specifications and production documentation
- Keep projects on time, on budget and moving smoothly
- Oversee interstate installations, trades and onsite delivery
- Manage client handovers to a high standard
- Troubleshoot production issues and improve systems and processes
- Support and mentor other team members as required
About You
You'll bring:
- At least two years' production or project management experience within the exhibitions industry
- An established network of exhibition suppliers, contractors, venues and organisers
- Experience managing multiple projects and competing deadlines
- Strong estimating, quoting, budgeting and supplier-management skills
- Knowledge of exhibition builds, large-format graphics, artwork specifications and AV
- Confidence managing trades and suppliers onsite
- Strong Microsoft Office and administration skills
- A calm, organised and solutions-focused approach
Previous leadership or mentoring experience will be highly regarded. You'll also be someone who takes ownership, communicates clearly and enjoys working in a collaborative, hands-on small-business environment.
What's on Offer
- A senior role with genuine scope to move into broader production leadership
- High-profile exhibition projects for global brands
- A collaborative team where your contribution will be visible and valued
- The opportunity to use your industry relationships and influence how projects are delivered
- An extended office closure over Christmas and New Year
The role is based in Balmain from 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Interstate travel and weekend work are required during event periods, with time off in lieu provided.
At Horner we recognise the value of a diverse workforce and the creation of inclusive workforce cultures. We actively encourage applications from any background.
We provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability - please email ***********@horner.com.au if you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process. Please note that applications or resumes sent to this email address will not be accepted or responded to.
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