McGinley Support Services

Scenic Carpenter

Job Title: Scenic Carpenter
Position Type: Full-Time



Position Overview:
The Scenic Carpenter will provide carpentry services and support to the workshop, creating and preparing scenic items for the Set and Staging division.

This role involves hands-on carpentry tasks, such as covering scenic panels, framing, and maintaining workspaces, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality scenic items for events and productions.
At Encore, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where every individual feels a sense of belonging.

This commitment drives innovation, collaboration, and excellence, and helps us better serve our clients and communities.



Key Responsibilities:



  • Cover scenic flat panels and framing using a variety of materials, including leatherette and felt.

  • Handle complex scenic items such as curved panels, lecterns, and bespoke structures.

  • Apply basic carpentry skills for the preparation and assembly of scenic items.

  • Perform basic painting and finishing tasks to enhance the final product.

  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workspace.

  • Load and unload vans, trucks, and artic trucks as required.

  • Assist with any additional tasks assigned by the scenery management team.



Skills and Attributes:



  • Prior experience in a similar role, particularly in events, conferences, product launches, or award ceremonies is desirable but not essential.

  • Dedicated and organised, with the ability to meet daily targets.

  • Energetic and enthusiastic, with a strong desire to learn and advance.

  • Flexible and willing to work extra hours at short notice when needed.

  • Committed to producing high-quality work at a consistent pace.

  • Able to work efficiently under pressure in a high-demand environment.

  • Excellent organisational skills and capable of multitasking.

  • Operates safely and conscientiously at all times.

  • A team player who can also work independently when required.




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