Senior Production Manager

Banbury, Oxfordshire / International Travel Required

On-site, Full Time

For the past 10 years, Live Wire has worked across Formula 1, supplying technology and technical expertise to many of the leading Formula 1 teams and Formula One Management. Our work ranges from delivering immersive viewing experiences within team hospitality suites, paddock environments, garages and factory installations, supporting all 24 races around the world.

We work closely with our clients and technology partners to deliver innovative solutions, continually pushing the boundaries of event technology and technical production.

Beyond Formula 1, Live Wire provides AV technology, technical production, equipment and specialist personnel across a wide range of events including festivals, concerts, conferences, theatre and corporate productions. We work with prestigious venues including the Southbank Centre, Barbican and Sadler’s Wells, delivering exceptional technical solutions and support.

Working closely with clients, Project Managers, Operations, Finance and Technical Teams, you will take ownership of complex projects from concept through to execution and post-event review. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on budget and to the highest technical standards.

This role combines strategic planning, client management, financial accountability and technical leadership. You will act as a senior representative of the business, developing strong client relationships, mentoring team members and driving operational excellence across all areas of project delivery.

The successful candidate will be commercially aware, highly organised and comfortable operating in fast-paced environments where attention to detail and proactive decision-making are critical.

What we’re looking for: We’re looking for an experienced leader who can confidently manage major projects, build strong client relationships and inspire teams to deliver exceptional results. You will be commercially minded, technically capable and passionate about delivering world-class event experiences. Most importantly, you will embody Live Wire’s commitment to professionalism, innovation, collaboration and continual improvement.

• Lead the planning and delivery of multiple concurrent projects across Formula 1, corporate and live events.
• Oversee all aspects of technical production, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, production schedules, resource plans and technical specifications.
• Ensure project milestones, deadlines and deliverables are achieved.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimise operational and financial impact.
• Lead post-event reviews, ensuring lessons learned and continual improvements are captured and implemented.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a senior point of contact for key clients, stakeholders and partners.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships through exceptional service delivery and communication.
• Attend client meetings, site visits and planning sessions, providing technical and operational expertise.
• Understand client objectives and translate these into practical and innovative production solutions.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing accounts and support wider business growth.
• Take ownership of project budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
• Work closely with Finance and Project Management teams to ensure projects remain commercially successful.
• Approve and manage equipment, labour, travel and subcontractor costs.
• Monitor project profitability and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and maximise return.
• Manage…