Key Accountabilities: - Working with Orchestra Operations Manager to ensure the safe transportation of all instruments and equipment for all outside venues and tours, driving vehicles up to 7.5 tonne as necessary. Knowledge, Technical Skills and Experience: - Possess a Class 2 (category 3) driver's license or be prepared to train for this within the six month of appointment. Personal Skills: - Strong communication and people skills to ensure effective interactions at all levels. - In consultation with the Orchestra Manager & Head of Orchestra & Concerts to implement the schedule for noise testing and document the location of readings and any protection / noise reducing measures in place and upload data. To apply for this role, please send a CV via the Employment Hero website. If you need any help completing your application including any adjustments to the application process, and if you are applying under the Disability Confident Committed scheme please contact [email protected] to make us aware.Job Summary
Job Description
- Working with the Orchestra Operations Manager to ensure the packing of the orchestra vehicle is done in a safe and secure manner within the vehicle to prevent any damage to instruments and equipment.
- Ensure that when driving any vehicle covered under Stagefreight's Operator's License, all necessary procedures are followed in accordance with both Stagefreight and Opera North working practices.
- Day to day management of casual staff when on rehearsal or performance duty.
- In accordance with pre-arranged schedules, attend rehearsals, performances, get ins and get outs required both in Leeds and nationally / internationally as required.
- Assist with ensuring that all technical facilities in rehearsal spaces, such as lighting, platforms and seating are maintained and safe for use at all times.
- Ensure that the pit, stage or rehearsal space is set and ready for use in advance of the scheduled time and is in accordance with the requirements of the repertoire and the pre-agreed wishes of the conductor, leader and orchestra management team.
- Make every effort to ensure that all musicians have sufficient space as required to perform and be prepared to initiate any physical reorganisation of seating to facilitate the above.
- Ensure that all practical requirements (pianos, chairs, music stands, lighting, etc.) are in place for upcoming sitzproben, stage and piano rehearsals, stage and orchestra rehearsals, etc., for the cast and covers and Music Staff.
- Ensure the timely preparation, setting and clearing of stage bands and related facilities as appropriate.Job Requirements
- Proven track record in an orchestral management, technical or events project management role.
- An understanding and knowledge of the working practises and demands of an orchestra.
- Proficient Microsoft Office user.
- Experience with planning software such as DIESE and computer aided design such as AutoCAD is desirable.
- The ability to work well within a team.
- Willingness to learn new skills.
- Able to respond positively to changing circumstances.
- Flexible and adaptable in thinking and approach, able to plan and manage change.
- Able to use initiative, and lead on decisions when deputising for the Orchestra Operations Manager.Job Responsibilities
- Where necessary assist and enable the delivery and collection of instruments and pianos/keyboards to the company for rehearsal or performance (including whilst on tour)
- Facilitate the availability of pianos for music calls, stage and piano calls for the music staff, both in Leeds and on tour.
- Ensure safe storage of all the Orchestra of Opera North property and maintain/update its inventory.
- Advise the Orchestra Operations Manager of any maintenance or repair due to Opera North property and be prepared to facilitate any necessary arrangements in relation to such maintenance and repair to include the hire of replacement equipment if necessary.How to Apply