Love making things, leading people and seeing projects come to life?

Creative Sensory Spaces designs, manufactures and installs unique sensory environments that make a real difference to the people who use them.

We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Production & Installation Manager to lead our Sydney workshop, production team and on-site installations.

This is a genuine 50/50 role - half hands-on technical work, half team leadership and project coordination.

You’ll take ownership of bringing approved designs to life, managing everything from fabrication and assembly through to the final installation.

If you’re a natural problem-solver who loves working with your hands, leading people and getting things done, this could be a brilliant next step.

What you’ll be doing

- Lead the workshop: Oversee daily production, fabrication, assembly and workflow.

- Manage the team: Coordinate staff, allocate work, set priorities and keep projects on track.

- Get hands-on: Work alongside the team on fabrication, assembly, repairs and technical challenges.

- Deliver projects: Turn approved designs into production plans, coordinating materials, suppliers and deadlines.

- Manage installations: Plan and participate in on-site installations, ensuring safety, quality and attention to detail.

- Own quality and safety: Maintain workshop standards, check finished products and oversee site compliance.

- Solve problems: Troubleshoot issues,



coordinate repairs and keep the Founder informed of progress.

What we’re looking for

You might currently be a Workshop Manager, Production Supervisor, Leading Hand, Installation Manager or experienced tradesperson ready for more responsibility.

Your background could be in carpentry, joinery, cabinetmaking, fabrication, manufacturing or commercial fit-outs.

You’ll bring:

- Strong hands-on technical skills and experience reading drawings and specifications.

- Experience supervising or leading a small team.

- The ability to organise jobs, materials, people and competing deadlines.

- A practical, solutions-focused approach and pride in quality workmanship.

- Strong communication, reliability and a willingness to roll up your sleeves.

- A current driver’s licence and White Card.

Experience with CNC machinery or custom installations is a bonus.

Why join us?

- 105,000–115,000 + super — reflecting your experience.

- Real variety — from workshop production to unique on-site installations.

- Genuine ownership — lead projects and your team from start to finish.

- Stay hands-on — use your technical skills every day.

- Make an impact — work directly with the Founder in a creative, specialist business.

Sound like you?

If you’re a practical leader who enjoys making things, solving problems and delivering excellent work, we’d love to hear from you.

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📌 Production & Installation Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Creative Sensory Spaces
📍 Sydney