Under the direction of the Head of Technical Services, and working closely with the Technical Manager (Electrics) & Technical Manager (Patrick Studio & Events), the Technical Manager (Stage) will manage the day-to-day operations of the Hippodrome stage department, ensuring the highest standards are achieved and maintained efficiently and safely.
Working across our site, and with a particular focus on stage, rigging and flying systems along with any associated infrastructure, the Technical Manager (Stage) will ensure that systems and equipment are operated and maintained in line with applicable standards, legislation, and industry best practice, whilst ensuring that our production activities are delivered to the highest standards. The three Technical Managers are responsible for the proper management of the Hippodrome’s full- and part-time Technical staff, will perform various duty roles, and deputise for the Head of Technical Services when required.
We’re looking for someone with at least 3 years’ experience working with large scale touring musicals, ballet and opera. You’ll have completed get-ins, get-outs, fit-ups, and show running, and you’ll need experience of all related stage technical equipment to operator and rigging level, plus experience maintaining them — including flying (counterweight), rigging, and stage machinery. You’ll have strong Health and Safety knowledge, and experience delivering toolbox talks and training to technical staff.
You’ll get to become part of a large, established, and respected cultural organisation, taking part in varied and exciting work, with lots of opportunities for learning and growth. A combination of skill, teamwork, attitude, and the unique environment they work in is what makes our Technical team fantastic.
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