Technical & Buildings Manager

Reading Rep Theatre


Job Summary

Reading Rep Theatre is looking for an experienced, practical and collaborative Technical and Buildings Manager to join our team. This is a hands-on role at the heart of our theatre. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day technical delivery of our productions, visiting work, hires and events.

Job Description

We’re looking for someone who enjoys being on the tools as much as they enjoy making sure everything behind the scenes is organised, safe and running smoothly.

This role would suit an experienced theatre technician who is ready to take wider responsibility for the technical and building operation of a small, ambitious producing theatre.

You’ll need strong practical theatre experience, good organisational and communication skills, experience of managing people and budgets, and a sound working knowledge of Health & Safety. Experience of theatre and building maintenance is also important.

IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent relevant Health & Safety training is required, or you must be willing to complete IOSH Managing Safely within three months of starting. You should also be willing to undertake First Aid and Fire Marshal training.

Job Requirements

Hours: 40 hours per week. The balance between scheduled administrative time and operating technician shifts is variable across the year, averaging approximately 50/50. During performance weeks the postholder will normally work a minimum of four duty technician shifts per week.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Technical & Buildings Manager
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Wed, 02 Sep 2026

  • Location:

    South East

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Job: Technical & Buildings Manager

Job: Technical & Buildings Manager

Organisation: Reading Rep Theatre

Postcode: RG1 4LY

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