Senior Stage Technician @sohoplace

Senior Stage Technician
Job description
Job title:
Senior Stage Technician
Business unit:
Stage
Reports to:
Head of Stage
Key internal contacts:
@sohoplace
General Manager
Head of Electrics
Deputy Head of Electrics
Building Manager
Full time and performance Stage & Electrics staff
Venue Operations Manager
Nimax Theatres
Operations Director
Head of Operations
Head of Buildings
Key external contacts:
Contractors and suppliers
Visiting companies
Production teams
About @sohoplace
Nica Burns has built a new flexible theatre located at the top of Charing Cross Road, the recently launched @sohoplace. This new theatre is a fantastic addition to the Soho district and to London as a whole.
@sohoplace theatre has a close operational relationship with Nimax Theatres, which Nica co-owns with Max Weitzenhoffer. Nimax Theatres owns and operates six theatres in the heart of London’s West End – the Apollo, Duchess, Garrick, Lyric, Palace and Vaudeville- with a combined capacity of 5,000 seats. In addition to hosting some of the UK’s most critically acclaimed and successful plays and musicals, Nimax presents a busy and varied programme of comedy, concerts and children’s theatre.
This role is based @sohoplace theatre. As part of the operational agreement between @sohoplace theatre and Nimax Theatres, the contractual employer will be Nimax Theatres.
About this role
To assist the Head of Stage and Deputy Head of Stage in providing stage services for all performances, events, concerts and other activities within the theatre. To carry out maintenance tasks when required.
Key duties and responsibilities
OPERATION
Assisting the Head of Stage / Deputy Head of Stage in relation to the stage for the safe and efficient get-in, fit-up and get-out of all productions, concerts and events within the theatre.
Assisting the Head of Stage / Deputy Head of Stage in ensure the smooth and safe operation or all stage equipment located within the theatre.
To ensure that daily maintenance checks are carried out.
To attend regular departmental meetings as required.
To work as part of the stage crew during shows and, if required, to act as automation operator.
HEALTH & SAFETY/MAINTENANCE
Assisting the Head of Stage / Deputy Head of Stage to carry out equipment checks as required.
Assisting the Head of Stage / Deputy Head of Stage in the completion of Risk Assessments as required.
Assisting the Head of Stage / Deputy Head of Stage to carry out the required daily/weekly/monthly checks as carried out in line with Company Procedure and recorded in the relevant log book.
Assisting the Head of Stage / Deputy Head of Stage in ensuring the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of all stage equipment within the Theatre.
Assisting the Head of Stage / Deputy Head of Stage in ensuring that the stage storage areas within the theatre are kept in good order and repair.
When required, to act as the theatre representative for Contractors on site with regard to the stage equipment or theatre building.
To carry out routine maintenance tasks within the theatre as required.
OTHER
To attend training courses as required in order to further self-development.
To adhere to all Health & Safety procedures to minimise the risk of injury and accidents.
To complete any other delegated task that assists the company to achieve its business objectives.
This job description is not an exhaustive document but is a reflection of the current position and details may be changed from time to time. The post-holder will be required to carry out any other duties as may be reasonably requested consistent with their job title and status. The duties contained within this Job Description must be performed at all times within the Company’s stated guidelines and operational policies.
Person specification
Essential
Experience as a Senior Stage Technician in a theatre or other live performance venue
Relevant health and safety qualification, along with experience of practical safety management in a live performance or events environment
Knowledge and experience of counterweight flying systems
Experience and understanding of current best practice relating to rigging, working at height and the application of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (‘CDM’) to the entertainment industry
IT competence; experience of using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Good communication skills
Time management skills and experience of working under pressure and to deadlines
A natural problem-solver, with a passion for devising creative solutions
Desirable
Rigging qualification (National Rigging Certificate or equivalent)
Knowledge and experience of hemp flying systems and automated systems
CAD software competency
PASMA qualification
IPAF licence
First Aid at Work qualification
Nimax Theatres Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for employees, job applicants and customers alike. We actively encourage job applications from all backgrounds.
To apply please provide your CV and a cover letter outlining why you feel you would be suited to the position. The deadline for applications is midnight on 3rd May 2024.
We reserve the right to close the application process early if we receive a very high number of applicants so interested candidates should please apply asap. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of the deadline please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
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