Team leadership - Lead, roster, and support a small production team, working alongside team members rather than directing from a distance.

Production systems - Oversee the kiln firing schedule and slip-casting production systems, ensuring every batch is tracked from raw clay to finished piece.

Production scheduling - Ensure timelines and orders progress through the studio, start to finish, across wholesale, retail, and custom work.

Quality control - Manage quality across greenware, bisque, and glaze-fired stages, and refine processes to improve consistency and efficiency.

Hands-on production - Competent working across slip-casting, trimming, glazing, and kiln firing alongside the team, in addition to overseeing the wider studio.

Mould management - Oversee mould upkeep and maintenance.

Inventory and materials - Manage materials and inventory, ordering proactively and coordinating with suppliers to avoid shortages.

Studio cleanliness, maintenance, and safety — Uphold rigorous standards of cleanliness and order across the studio at all times, and ensure all operations comply with WHS requirements.

Problem-solving - Identify production issues early and implement systems to keep the studio running smoothly.

Communication - Communicate clearly with the team, the business owner, and external suppliers.

3+ years’ extensive experience managing a ceramic production studio, with a thorough understanding of all aspects of studio operations — essential.

5+ years' hands-on expertise in slip-casting, glazing, and firing, gained in a production studio environment — essential.

Proven experience leading and developing a team, and fostering a collaborative, positive work environment.

A systems thinker who builds and refines processes across the studio, rather than simply supervising them.

Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple orders, deadlines, and competing priorities.

A capable problem-solver, able to identify issues quickly and restore production efficiency.

Exceptional attention to detail, with an uncompromising approach to studio cleanliness, organisation, and efficient workspace maintenance.

A clear verbal and written communicator, comfortable liaising with the business owner and external suppliers.

No formal qualification required; demonstrated experience across studio management and hands-on production is the primary consideration.

Opportunities for growth within a creative, collaborative business.

Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance.

Training and support to assist in refining and developing studio processes.

Competitive compensation based on experience and skills.

Genuine influence over studio operations and business direction.

Able to stand for extended periods (5–6 hours daily).

Able to lift and carry up to 20kg when handling materials or equipment.

Good manual dexterity for glazing, sanding, and clay mixing.

Comfortable bending, lifting, and working hands-on with production equipment.