Theatre & Venue Technician

Grade E scp 11 £ 28,142 to scp 17 £ 31,022 pay award pending

Contract:
Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

Restrictions apply: 18+

Interview date: TBC

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Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

We are seeking a skilled, proactive and enthusiastic Theatre and Venue Technician to join our team. This is a key role within our venue, supporting the successful delivery of a diverse programme of performances and events. As a Theatre & Venue Technician, you will be responsible for the preparation, operation and maintenance of venue equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge or theatre production systems, excellent problem‑solving skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in creating outstanding experiences for our audiences, guests and performers.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in theatrical sound and lighting, including the programming and operation of digital sound and lighting systems, as well as experience in get‑ins and outs for productions and events, with a strong understanding of backstage and technical theatre practices. You will possess excellent organisational, communication and teamwork skills, enabling you to work effectively with colleagues, visiting companies and clients to drive a varied programme of events and productions, including our yearly pantomimes.

You will be able to prioritise workloads, solve problems under pressure and contribute to the successful delivery of a varied programme of events.

Above all, you will be passionate about live events, committed to delivering high‑quality experiences, and flexible in your approach to supporting the needs of a busy and dynamic venue.

• Exclusive rewards and benefits including discounts and exclusive gym membership prices
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Flexible work opportunities
• Access to a Pension Scheme
• Employee wellbeing and support services

This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English as per the person specification.

This organisation has signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. That means you will be recognised for continuous service in any Greater Manchester local authority or NHS organisation that has signed the commitment, Transport for Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service or Greater Manchester Combined Authority.

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