Swing Stage Technician, Disney’s The Lion King

·       Assist on any day-to-day changes that might impact the running of the Production.

·       Assist Head of Department to teach new members of staff and deps.

• Attend rehearsal, technical, dress and understudy rehearsals as required.
• Maintain and repair aspects of the production as instructed and dictated by the artistic requirements and under the direction of department Head, Production Manager and Resident Creative Team.
• Handle any problems that occur during performances quickly and calmly.
• Report and feedback show and staff related issues in a timely manner.

·       Work in accordance with the Health And Safety Policy and maintain a good working knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislation and good working practices.

·       Liaise closely with Disney’s Health and Safety Manager to ensure that the Health And Safety Policy is followed.

·       Work closely and in conjunction with the Company Manager.

·       Ability to remain focused and calm when under pressure

·       Excellent relationship and interpersonal skills with cast, creative and production team essential

·       Excellent problem-solving skills and use of own initiative

·       A full awareness of need for integrity and confidentiality

·       Ability to work at height

·       Knowledge of maintaining stage Props and scenic painting

·       Confident with power tools and basic carpentry

·       Experience in a similar role within a large-scale musical production working with an international cast is highly desirable

·       A strong team player.

·       Ability to follow instructions and department rules.

·       A motivated individual driven to learn new skills and understand what is required to maintain a consistent high production standard.

·       Discretion and ability to work closely with others.

·       Well organised across all work.

·       Start Date: ASAP.

·       40 hours per week.

·       Weekend and evening work integral (Tuesday to Sunday show schedule).

·       This role will require the candidate to understand and follow the Health and safety rules & regulations at the production.