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Venue Technician (William Aston Hall) - Fixed Term, Theatr Clwyd

  •  North West
  •  Â£25k-30k
  •  Part time
  •  Closes September 13, 2026
  •  Deryn Charlton-Blore
  •  Deryn.Charlton-Blore@theatrclwyd.com
  • #Theatre

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Job Summary

Venue Technician (William Aston Hall) – Fixed Term for 12 months. Apply by 23:59 on 13/09/26.

Job Description

To work as part of the technical team and, overseen by the Venue Technical Manager, deliver a service to all Theatr Clwyd and visiting productions of the highest possible standards.

Job Requirements

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.

Job Responsibilities

General

To provide technical support to all users of the venue
To provide technical cover during performances as required.
To undertake practical work in relation to get-ins, fit-ups, strikes and get-outs including the assembly, rigging, adjustment and use of scenery, props, rigging and lifting equipment, lighting equipment, special effects and sound equipment.
To deliver plans and schedules, as directed by the Venue Technical Manager in relation to the fitting up and rigging of technical equipment.
To set up any technical equipment required for the performance or event spaces.
Where required, to provide technical assistance to external users.
To take responsibility for day-to-day maintenance of the site.
To be responsible for opening up and shutting down backstage areas when required.

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