Venue Technician (William Aston Hall) – Fixed Term

Practical relevant experience working in a venue or theatre technical department, or a touring company or similar, or else an appropriate recognised qualification.
Experience in rigging, adjustment and operation of theatrical rigging and flying systems.
Experience of setting up and rigging scenery and stage decking systems.
Working knowledge of rigging methods and the safe use of lifting gear.
Demonstrable ability to read and understand technical plans, with knowledge of CAD and other applications.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to communicate clearly and consistently with all theatre and event space users, especially non-technical users.
Ability to use a wide range of portable power tools and hand tools safely and confidently.
An organised approach, with a proven track record of meeting deadlines and managing conflicting priorities.
Experience in implementing Health and Safety requirements and risk assessments.
Training in manual handling, MEWP, ladder and tallescope.