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As a Stage & Automation Technician, you will play a key role in the staging of productions, responsible for rigging, set construction, and operating Curve’s automated flying system (full training provided). You will work closely with visiting productions, creative teams, and technical professionals, ensuring industry-leading standards in safety, precision, and theatrical presentation.
You will oversee technical operations across all Curve Theatre spaces, ensuring seamless fit-ups, get-outs, and performances. A key part of your role will be the operation and maintenance of Curve’s powered flying system, supporting productions with expert technical execution. You will collaborate with production teams, creatives, and touring companies, providing technical support and mentorship to casual staff. Maintaining theatre spaces and equipment to the highest standards will be essential, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Additionally, you will participate in Show calls, technical rehearsals, and production periods, adapting to the dynamic demands of live theatre and supporting teams to achieve their creative vision through technical expertise.
The ideal candidate will have experience in stage operations, automation, or rigging and possess excellent collaboration and communication skills, working confidently alongside industry professionals. A meticulous, detail-oriented approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving, combined with a passion for delivering high-quality productions.
This is a full-time, permanent role, on an average annualised-hours contract of 42 hours per week. Regular evening and weekend work will be required.
If you feel you meet the criteria for the role and wish to apply, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application, clearly setting out how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role and why you want to work at Curve.
You can find out more information about this role by downloading the Job Description & Person Specification (JDPS) document at the bottom of the vacancy page on our website. If you are curious about whether this role might be for you and would like to know more, please contact careers@curvetheatre.co.uk to arrange an informal chat.
Applications close: midnight, 15 April 2026
Interviews: We anticipate interviews to take place during the week commencing 27 April 2026, and will include a practical assessment lasting up to 1 hour
We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.
We are an inclusive organisation, from our trustees and team members to our audience and participants. We treat all job applicants equally, regardless of class, age, disability, gender identity or gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or any other equality characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the cultural sector.
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