Salary: £42,571.31 per annum The Royal Opera House describes the place we work, not who we are. The whole is always more than the sum of its parts - we may be a House, but three quarters of our audiences experience what we do outside this building. While our Covent Garden theatre is the nerve centre, the impact and influence of the organisation can be felt in every corner of the country, and around the world. The role: Our Technical, Production and Costume Department plays a leading part in ensuring our performances are of the highest quality by delivering excellence for every performance, rehearsal and event. This role will work as an effective member of the Stage Team, working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure that activities, rehearsals and performances are carried out to the highest possible standard of safety, efficiency and quality. Our stage technicians participate in all technical work necessary for a production from pre-production to stores/workshops, to Build Area, rehearsal rooms and stage, and back to stores. Our ideal candidate will be a team player who can demonstrate: -Good level of technical Stage skills experience in producing theatre. Please follow the Apply Now link for more information on the role and how to apply. Closing date for applications: 11:59pm, Tuesday 8th September 2026. Interviews will be week of 14th September 2026. To ensure a fair process, late applications will not be considered under any circumstances.Job Summary
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Fixed-Term Contract from early September to 31st August 2027
Full time; 42.5 hours per week
Covent Garden, London Job Requirements
-Demonstrable qualifications and/or training in rigging and scenic construction.
-An understanding of working with automated systems including flying and elevator systems an advantage.
-Commitment to safe working practices including CDM2015.
-Strong communication skills, and the ability to work unsupervised and show initiative in dealing with day-to-day problems.Useful Links
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