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The ideal candidate is a skilled craftsperson with leadership experience and a collaborative, problem-solving approach.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the realisation of scenic designs, ensuring builds are safe, robust and align with creative expectations
- To develop and agree construction methods and plans with the Head of Workshop, Head of Production and Creative team
- Undertake carpentry, metalwork, and other scenic construction as required
- Support the integration of automation, rigging, or special effects where relevant
- Assist the Head of Workshop in supervising a team of makers, apprentices, and freelance staff
- Delegate tasks efficiently and ensure a safe and productive working environment
- Take a leading role in the workshop in the absence of the Head of Workshop
- Ensure safe working practices in compliance with Citizens Theatre policies and legal requirements
- Contribute to the development and enforcement of risk assessments and workshop protocols
- Attend production meetings and design presentations as required
- Liaise with other departments (e.g., Stage, Lighting, Costume) to ensure smooth integration of all production elements
- Support scheduling, procurement, and material planning to meet build deadlines and budgets
- Support the maintenance of workshop equipment, machinery, and tools
- Monitor and manage materials stock levels and advise on purchases
Organisational Commitments:
- Carry out any other tasks required on an ad hoc or continuing basis, commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post
- Drive change through action and words that advocate inclusion and equality, creating a culture that recognises and celebrates diversity
- Be accountable for yourself and others, in line with our Health & Safety and Safeguarding Policies
- Create a positive working environment, underpinned by the organisation’s values
- Deliver a warm welcome and excellent customer service to all audience and visitors to the Citz
- Contribute to activities that support income generation and fundraising
- Contribute to our environmental sustainability goals
- Undertake relevant training and development as required
This job description is intended as a guide to the general duties and responsibilities of the role and does not form part of your contract of employment. These duties may be reviewed from time to time to meet the needs of the business. The Citizens Theatre is going through a significant period of change as we return to our building following six years of displacement, and so we will inevitably change as we grow and develop over the coming years. All staff will be required to show a flexible approach to this process, which may involve revisions around job descriptions, titles, roles and departmental structures. Any significant changes will be discussed with you in advance.
Person Specification:
Essential
- Extensive experience in scenic construction within a professional theatre or similar environment
- Excellent skills in carpentry and/or metal fabrication
- Strong knowledge of workshop health and safety, including use of machinery and tools
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and design plans
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Positive team player with a proactive and flexible approach
- Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Desirable
- Experience supervising a team or leading projects in a workshop setting
- Training in manual handling, first aid, or operation of lifting equipment
- Experience working on touring productions or external builds
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD or Vectorworks) or digital fabrication tools (e.g. CNC, laser cutters)
- Knowledge of current CDM regulations
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