Deputy Head of Workshops


Company:	Birmingham Repertory Theatre
Salary:	£35,000 - £40,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Birmingham, B1 2EP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	8 Aug 2026
Closing date:	24 Aug 2026

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Summary

The Deputy Head of Workshops will support the delivery of high-quality scenic construction, maintenance and installation for our productions. Working across a range of materials including wood, metal and plastics, you will interpret technical drawings and design briefs, oversee workshop operations, supervise casual, freelance and apprentice staff, and ensure the highest standards of craftsmanship, safety and housekeeping. You will play a key role in meeting production deadlines, responding to designer and production requirements, managing deliveries, maintaining accurate records and plans, and supporting the effective use of workshop systems and processes. A collaborative approach is essential, as you will work closely with technical teams, visiting creatives and production colleagues, contribute to sustainability initiatives, and actively support the Rep’s creative learning and talent development programmes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced workshop professional committed to quality, innovation and safe working practices.

We’re seeking a highly skilled and motivated workshop professional with expertise in carpentry, metalwork and prop-making, and the ability to accurately interpret technical drawings and ground plans. You’ll have experience supervising teams in a busy workshop environment, a strong understanding of health and safety, and the ability to deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. A confident communicator and organiser, you’ll be equally comfortable working independently or collaboratively and have experience working at height. Additional skills such as welding or carpentry qualifications, staging and rigging experience, forklift or first aid certification, or workshop machinery maintenance would be highly advantageous.

Key Details

Pay: £35-40,0000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 39 hours per week (full time)

Holidays: 25 days per year plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days plus bank holidays with continuous service.

Location of Work: The Rep, Birmingham

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

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