SCENERY BUILDING
is our passion
Founded by George Orange, Clockwork Scenery is a multi-skilled scenery building company.
Clockwork Scenery creates predominately hand crafted scenery for a variety of clients, from theatres to exhibitions, TV to film. Whether it is a small prop, a studio show or a high quality number one touring set, a giant party, or a PR activation we’re happy to look at any job, they’re all interesting to us. Working with the county’s top quality specialist suppliers and industry specific professionals we provide a top quality service.
Clockwork Scenery was born from a passion for all things scenery, it extends through steel fabrication to timber flattage to fully automated scenic elements and everything in-between!
Starting Clockwork in 2011 we’ve grown organically, having studied at RADA (1999), worked predominately at Bowerwood Production Services and then taught Metalwork and Carpentry at RADA for 3 years, I have a great passion for both the traditional and innovative scenic solution, being both timber and metal.
As scenery builders we are flexible enough to work in a variety of mediums and can react to the designers requests with ease, ensuring the delivered set ‘works’ for all concerned.
Please feel free to browse the portfolio of our work and services we offer and please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
The Workshop
Located in Bordon (between Farnham and Haslemere) on the Surrey and Hampshire border, we’re lucky to be just under an hours train journey from Waterloo, and close to the A3.
Most of our work is in the workshop which at 12,000 square feet and with good height (9m to apex) allows for pre assembly of the builds.
Set in an Ex Royal Engineers Barracks we have an old tank workshop! With the carefully laid out workshop we have four distinct zones, Metalwork, Carpentry, Assembly, and Paint which flow from one to the other allowing greater efficiency and a great space to work.
OUR TEAM
Who Are We?
Put a face to a name.
George Orange
Director
It Could be You
Deputy Workshop Manager
Matt Robinson
Workshop Manager
Luke Richardson
Scenic Supervisor
Joseph Byham
Scenery Builder, Props and Artistry
Scenic Team
We use a variety of Industry professionals specific to the job in hand.
Open Positions
Job Title: Project Manager – Scenery & Set Construction
Location: GU35, Hampshire (with national and International travel as required)
Company: Clockwork Scenery
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About Us:
At Clockwork Scenery, we bring bold ideas to life. Specialising in high-quality set construction for theatre, live events, and cruise ships, we’re known for our precision, creativity, and collaborative approach. Whether it's a West End production, a brand activation, or a stage show sailing the world, we pride ourselves on building scenery that delivers — on time, on budget, and with flair.
The Role:
We're on the lookout for an experienced Project Manager to join our growing team. You’ll lead a diverse range of projects from brief to build, working closely with clients, designers, workshop staff, and crew to ensure seamless delivery. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that requires strong technical understanding, sharp organisational skills, and a calm head under pressure.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage scenic build projects from initial brief through to installation
Liaise with clients, designers, and production managers to interpret and deliver creative vision
Oversee schedules, budgets, materials, and workshop resources
Coordinate internal teams and subcontractors, ensuring high-quality output
Plan and supervise installs both in the UK and abroad (including shipyards and onboard ships)
Ensure health & safety and compliance procedures are followed throughout
Problem-solve quickly and effectively during all stages of a project
About You:
Proven experience managing scenic construction projects for theatre, live events and/or cruise ships
Solid understanding of scenic materials, fabrication techniques, and rigging/logistics
Excellent communication and client-handling skills
Highly organised with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
Comfortable creating, reading and interpreting accurate technical drawings, and bench build drawings.
Willing to travel occasionally for site visits and installs, both UK and Marine based.
A team player with a positive, solution-focused mindset
Bonus Points for:
IOSH or similar H&S certification
Knowledge of marine compliance or working in shipyard environments
What We Offer:
A dynamic and supportive working environment
The chance to work on exciting, varied, and high-profile projects
Opportunities to grow within a respected and forward-thinking company
To Apply:
Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience to George@clockworkscenery.com. We’d love to hear more about what you can bring to the team.
Project Manager
Deputy Workshop Manager
Due to an ever increasing workload, we're looking for a Deputy Workshop Manager!
The role of the Deputy Workshop Manager is to work with the Workshop Manager to ensure the safe and efficient running of the Clockwork Scenery Workshop and to support the workshop team whilst also being an active member of the build team.
Applicants should be experienced Scenery Builders ideally with experience of both Wood and Metalwork.
Working with the team in the Workshop in Bordon, Hampshire GU35, the role will be busy and exciting.
Please send an email or call us as below to find out more about this exciting and excellent opportunity!
George@clockworkscenery.com
01483 375777
Metalworker
We’re looking for a full time Metalworker or Scenic Engineer to join our merry band.
You should be experienced in Mig welding ERW and SHS.
Be competent in Tig Welding Aluminium
You should have an eye for detail.
Qualifications
Ideally City & Guilds or similar Welding certification
Experience of theatre and live event scenery
We always like to hear from Freelancers who have experience in
Theatre
Live Events
Exhibition
We welcome interest from:
Carpenters
Metalworkers/ Engineers
LED techs
Painters
Qualifications
Theatre specific or City and Guilds type qualification
Experience working in a busy workshop
An eye for detail
Freelancers
Please note most of our work is conducted in our workshop based in GU35 0FJ
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Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
Clockwork Scenery Ltd
1. Introduction
Clockwork Scenery Ltd is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and to ensure that slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking are not taking place in any part of our operations.
This statement sets out the steps we are taking to identify and mitigate the risks of modern slavery in our business and supply chains.
2. Our Business
Clockwork Scenery is a UK-based company specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of scenery and technical set pieces for theatre, cruise ships, live events and themed environments. We operate primarily from our workshop in Hampshire and provide services across the UK and internationally.
3. Our Supply Chains
Our supply chain includes the sourcing of raw materials (timber, metal, fabric, paint, etc.), equipment, and subcontracted labour or services. We work with a range of suppliers and partners in the UK and occasionally overseas, depending on project requirements.
4. Policies and Commitments
We are committed to ensuring ethical practices throughout our business and expect the same high standards from our suppliers and subcontractors. Our policies reflect our commitment to act ethically and with integrity in all business relationships. These include:
Ethical Procurement Policy
Supplier Code of Conduct
Whistleblowing Policy
Health & Safety Policy
Equality and Diversity Policy
We require our suppliers to confirm that they comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and that they take reasonable steps to prevent slavery and human trafficking in their operations.
5. Due Diligence and Risk Assessment
We continue to assess the risk of modern slavery within our supply chains, particularly where there is reliance on manual or low-skilled labour or where materials are sourced from high-risk regions.
Our due diligence process includes:
Reviewing supplier practices and ethical standards
Requiring compliance declarations from suppliers
Regular reviews of high-risk suppliers or categories
Including anti-slavery clauses in relevant contracts
6. Training and Awareness
We ensure that relevant staff, particularly those in procurement and project management, are aware of the risks of modern slavery and understand how to identify warning signs and take appropriate action.
7. Performance Monitoring
We regularly review and update our processes to improve transparency and accountability. We aim to strengthen supplier relationships by working collaboratively to raise standards and reduce risks.
8. Next Steps
Over the coming year, we aim to:
Improve our supplier vetting procedures
Expand training on modern slavery awareness
Enhance monitoring of overseas supply chains where relevant
9. Approval
This statement has been approved by the Board of Directors of Clockwork Scenery Ltd and will be reviewed annually.
Signed:
George Orange
Director, Clockwork Scenery Ltd
Date: May 2025