Senior Technician, Brixton House Theatre

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the Senior Technician will lead on the technical planning and delivery of productions and events at Brixton House. You will work hands-on across lighting, sound, video, and show control, while also supervising teams, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the smooth running of our technical operations.
The role is worked across a flexible rota and includes evening and weekend work, reflecting the nature of the live performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the technical planning and delivery of productions, events, tours, and projects
Act as Duty Technician and lead technician on productions and events
Operate and programme lighting consoles, digital sound desks, and show control systems (including QLab)
Lead get-ins, fit-ups, get-outs, and vehicle loading/unloading
Supervise and lead freelance technicians and technical teams
Prepare, install, test, operate, and maintain technical equipment
Produce technical plans, plots, and schedules for events and productions
Attend production meetings, planning meetings, and rehearsals as required
Lead on equipment maintenance and contribute to departmental maintenance planning
Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with health and safety policies
Work confidently at height and safely operate access and lifting equipment
Play an active role in the wider life and culture of Brixton House