As Pentagon Play’s Technical and Production Manager, Jonny Chappell plays a vital role in ensuring that our innovative playground designs become a reality. With a flair for problem-solving and a love for practical creativity, Jonny works closely with the product design team to develop prototypes, refine manufacturing processes and deliver exceptional outdoor play equipment to schools and nurseries across the UK.
Expertise & Qualifications
- Experienced in technical production and prototyping
- Hands-on knowledge of playground design functionality
- Background in team leadership and workshop operations
- Passionate about refining product quality and usability
A Bit About Me!
I’ve lived in and around Bramhall my whole life, growing up in a big, energetic family with four brothers and one sister. Most of our childhood was spent in the garden inventing wild games (the kind you forgot the rules to by the next morning) usually ending in a few scrapes and bruises!
As a child, I had grand ambitions of becoming an army officer… until I realised how much fitness was involved. I quickly pivoted to something more my style: a professional Lego designer and builder. That dream has stuck with me to this day!
In school, my favourite subjects were History and Geology: the former because I’m genuinely fascinated by all things past (especially World War Two), and the latter because our teacher was an absolute legend.
My Work at Pentagon Play
My favourite part of the job is how varied every day is. One moment I’m helping bring a new design to life, the next I’m problem-solving in the workshop. I love collaborating with our product developers to take their exciting ideas and turn them into practical, functional builds. Whether we’re tweaking a prototype or improving production efficiency, it’s all about making sure every detail works perfectly before it reaches the playground.
Contact Jonny Chappell
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