Purpose of the Role

To work as part of the technical team and, overseen by the Venue Technical Manager, deliver a service to all visiting productions of the highest possible standards.

Hours: 25 hours per week

Grade: TC04

Starting Salary: £22,415 (pro-rata) per annum

Team: Production

Closing Date: Friday 27th October 2023, 5pm

Shortlisting of applications and interviews for the role will take place while the advert is live; the advert will close once the successful candidate(s) are found. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible.

General

  • To provide technical support to all users of the venue
  • To provide technical cover during performances as required.
  • To undertake practical work in relation to get-ins, fit-ups, strikes and get-outs including the assembly, rigging, adjustment and use of scenery, props, rigging and lifting equipment, lighting equipment, special effects and sound equipment.
  • To prepare plans and schedules, as may be required, in relation to the fitting up and rigging of technical equipment.
  • To set up any technical equipment required for the performance or event spaces.
  • Where required, to provide technical assistance to external users.
  • To take responsibility for day-to-day maintenance of the site.
  • To be responsible for opening up and shutting down backstage areas when required.

Health and Safety

  • To ensure all Health and Safety requirements are met at all times while working.
  • To attend training as required and maintain awareness of Health and Safety regulations specific to the spaces and equipment used.
  • With the Venue Technical Manager, to co-ordinate regular safety checks of all technical equipment, machinery, fixtures and fittings.
  • To ensure that all specialist equipment is correctly shut down at the completion of each working day.
  • To ensure that all potential hazards are made safe as soon as is practicably possible.
  • To assist in the safe evacuation of staff and audience members in the event of a fire or emergency situation.
  • In conjunction with the Venue Technical Manager ensure external hires are fully briefed on the safe use of the theatre space.
  • To produce risk assessments and method statements as required.

Other

  • To ensure all equipment is stored safely and is accessible to authorised users.
  • To maintain an inventory of all equipment and materials held and used.
  • To perform any other duties as reasonably requested by the Venue Technical Manager.
Closing date: 27/10/2023