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Job: Senior Technician (Stage)
Organisation: Birmingham Hippodrome
Postcode: B5 4TB
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Working on average 44 hours/week across 6 days per week, on an annualised basis.
Frequently working evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
Under the direction of the Technical Manager (Stage), the Senior Technician (Stage) will take a lead role in overseeing the technical operation of the stage department and all associated infrastructure. The postholder will bring specialist knowledge in stagecraft, rigging, and flying systems to support the delivery of world-class productions and events.
The Senior Technician (Stage) will act as a primary point of contact for all stage operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, particularly LOLER and PUWER regulations, and overseeing the safe use of stage machinery and flying systems. The postholder will also deputise for the Technical Manager (Stage) and collaborate closely with other technical teams to deliver a safe, efficient, and artistically excellent working environment.
Essential (Core) Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of stage and rigging systems in a theatrical environment.
Competence in managing LOLER and PUWER compliance.
Experience in counterweight flying and general rigging techniques.
Familiarity with theatre automation, winches, truss systems, and safe working at height.
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Ability to lead under pressure and problem-solve in a live performance environment.
Excellent working knowledge of Health & Safety practices within a technical theatre setting.
Essential (Core) Experience:
Significant professional experience in stage and rigging within a theatre or live events context.
Demonstrated experience in supervising technical teams and leading get-ins/get-outs.
Experience working with a range of lifting equipment and automated systems.
Track record of working collaboratively with internal departments and external creative teams.
The role closes at 23:59 on 11 Nov 2026.
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