Technical & Facilities Manager

  • Contract
  • London

Kings Head Theatre


Job Summary

The Technical & Facilites Manager will be responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of the theatre’s operations, including all in house and visiting productions. They will also lead alongside the general manager on building, maintenance and facilities management

Job Description

On a day-to-day basis, the Technical & Facilities Manager will manage the backstage areas and theatre spaces, serving as the primary point of contact for technical matters and other operational issues that may arise in a busy theatre environment. They will act as a representative of the theatre to stage managers, production managers, directors, performers, and producers working within the venue, and will work collaboratively with Front of House and Box Office teams to ensure the smooth and efficient running of performances.

The Technical & Facilities Manager will be responsible for maintaining the theatre’s technical equipment, supporting in the management and maintenance of the building, overseeing technical rehearsals and get-ins, and managing the weekly theatre schedule and Technical rotas. They will also oversee the building, facilities and maintenance requirements of the building

Please see our Full Job Description for more information on the role, the venue and our Accessible Application process.

NOTE THIS ROLE IS ABLE TO BE PART TIME OR FULL TIME ON REQUEST

Job Requirements

We’re looking for someone with a real enthusiasm for the arts, especially fringe theatre, and solid experience in technical theatre, stage or duty management. You’ll understand the full production process, from get-ins and fit-ups to tech rehearsals, and have strong technical knowledge of sound, lighting, and video equipment, plus workplace health and safety. You should be friendly, approachable, organised, and confident leading a team, with great communication skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. A strong working knowledge of ETC EOS lighting systems, DMX over IP (sACN), show control networking (OSC/MSC), QLab, and sound system setup is essential. Desirable skills include equipment maintenance, IT confidence, PAT testing, first aid, production or stage management, digital sound mixing (X32), IP networking, and DANTE audio.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Technical & Facilities Manager
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Sun, 23 Nov 2025

  • Location:

    London

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Job: Technical & Facilities Manager

Job: Technical & Facilities Manager

Organisation: Kings Head Theatre

Postcode: N1 1QP

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