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Senior Technician (stage)
Technical
Technical Manager
Technicians, apprentice technicians, casual technical staff
£20,700 (Officer grade 1)
3 months
20 rising to 25 days + public holidays
Background:
The Senior Technician (stage) works as part of a broader technical team to deliver the technical
requirements of all productions, events and activities inside and outside of the building.
The aim of your job is:
To provide excellent customer service to customers and visitors to The REP
To provide efficient and effective supervision of all technical operations for The REP
To install, operate and maintain all technical equipment in The REP
To supervise and deliver the safe and efficient set up and running of productions & events
To ensure the safety, comfort and wellbeing of customers and staff at all times
To maintain standards of quality in all areas of work
To ensure excellent communication between departments and teams
To actively contribute to the running of the Technical Department
To deputise for the Technical Manager
What your main duties cover:
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Supervision and delivery of scenery and equipment between workshops and venues
Inspection of all rigging equipment and supervision of lifting operations for all departments,
productions and events
Rigging and operating stage machinery
Running fit-ups and get-outs
Liaison with creative teams and visiting companies on the technical requirements for
productions
Delivery of production deadlines and schedules as set by the Production Managers and
Technical Heads of Department
Supervision and provision of technical services in staging, lighting, sound and AV for
productions, conferences, hires and visiting companies
To carry out stage, lighting, sound, AV or general maintenance duties as required by all the
technical heads of department
Maintenance of good housekeeping within the department’s areas
Maintenance of technical department equipment and records.
Liaison and collaboration with other departments
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Close liaison with other technical departments to promote a safe working environment and
positive health and safety culture
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The running and maintenance of performances ensuring continued adherence to the
creators’ original design
Contribution of proposals for the improvement of the Technical Department
Research new technical developments and implement appropriately
Manage resources effectively, maximising income and minimising expenditure wherever
possible
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General:
 Deputise for Technical Manager.
 Maintain a high standard of appearance when working with the public.
 Deliver duties at venues outside of The REP and Birmingham.
 Liaise with relevant Library of Birmingham staff as and when necessary.
 Support and promote all company policy, with specific attention to Equality & Diversity,
Customer Care, Health & Safety and Data Protection.
 Ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times with particular regard to the
health, safety and welfare of customers, visitors, staff and yourself.
 Support the organisation and its staff through the effective use of the performance
management system.
 Any other reasonable duties required to ensure the smooth running of the Technical
Department.
Qualifications:
 Industry-recognised qualification / certification in rigging is desirable
 First Aid certificate is desirable
 Full, clean driving license (up to 3.5 tons) is essential
Previous Experience:
 Extensive knowledge and experience of all related technical equipment to operator and
rigging level is essential
 Computer Literate in Microsoft Office, Artifax, Vectorworks and AutoCAD is desirable
 Knowledge of the Health & Safety legislation is essential
Personal attitudes:
 Positive, proactive, self motivated and flexible approach
 Genuine interest in the Arts
 Ability to cope with physically demanding work
 A willingness to work evenings, overnight and at weekends when necessary
 Comfortable working at heights
 A desire to learn and develop
 Be able to show initiative and resilience when dealing with change
Competencies:
The REP uses a competency framework to describe the abilities and personal attributes that are
displayed by people who are successful in this particular position. We use the framework during
selection, performance appraisals and change management processes.
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Achieving Results – actively contributes to organisational success at various levels
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Safety Orientation – actively considers the safety and wellbeing of self, customers and staff
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Ability To Work On Own Initiative – responds to challenges and takes responsibility
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Communication – ensures good flow of relevant information to create mutual understanding
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Flexibility – supports success through being prepared to change
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Team working – works collaboratively with others to achieve common goals
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Time Management – plans and exercises control over time allocated to activities