Rigging Technician G5-3

Summary

We are looking for  a Rigging Technician (Grade 5 – 3) to join the National Theatre’s Stages team on an 18 Month Fixed Term Contract. 

More Details

This role is for those who are in the early stages of their career, having recently graduated, completed an apprenticeship or have a similar level of work experience, and are looking to develop their skills in the field of theatre rigging and flying.  Applicants should have a reasonable level of technical ability as they will be expected to work alongside the in-house teams on a day-to-day basis, producing and running shows to a high professional standard.
The successful candidates will have the following:  
  • Some technical experience in a professional theatre environment
  • Basic stagecraft skills, good spatial awareness and comfortable with working at height
  • An awareness of lifting equipment and key theatre rigging and flying techniques
  • An understanding of working safely and the risk assessment process
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
If that sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please follow: https://jobs.nationaltheatre.org.uk/job/rigging-technician-g5-3-5764025
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 19th January 2026 at 12 noon.

Organisation

National Theatre

Salary (Exact)

£37,496.17

Closing Date

19/01/2026

Contract Type

Fixed Term, Full Time

Job Type

Backstage & Technical

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