Electrical Technician – Job Description

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Purpose

To assist in the running of the electrical, projection and sound requirements of the Shaftesbury Theatre which includes the resident electrics team, production related staff, general building matters, production related matters and relationships with the producers and their various agents and sub-contractors and undertaking delegated responsibilities.  The postholder reports to the Head of Electrics on all matters.  Their line manger is the Head of Electrics.

The Electrics department has a critical role in representing the Company to both producers and those who hire the Theatre for other functions.  It is often the first practical contact that these individuals and companies have with the Theatre and thus the Electrics team has an important role in representing the Theatre.

You will report to the Head of Electrics as part of the wider Electrics team.

Duties

·        To provide an efficient and welcoming service to the artists, producers and managements visiting and working with the Theatre.

·        To assist in providing a first class level of electrical and electronic services on the stage and throughout the Shaftesbury Theatre

·        To work in close liaison with the rest of the Electrics team in delivering the requirements of each production or event hire and their respective producers, providing informed and accurate information at all times.

·        To assist in devising, reviewing and operating the Electrics department’s operational procedures to ensure that they are efficient and effective at all times.

·        To assist in managing all electrical and electronic equipment to ensure the efficient and safe operation.  Ensuring adherence to operational procedures, effective routine maintenance, cleaning and implementation of any agreed programme of replacement.

·        To work in conjunction with the rest of the Electrics team to provide for the electrical requirements of the entire building.

·        To ensure that all activities are carried out to the highest standard and comply with the terms of the Theatre License and any other legislative requirements.

·        To assist in maintaining the department’s accurate financial records and controls to the satisfaction of the Financial Controller.  This shall include, but not be limited to, purchase order systems, petty cash and timesheets.

·        To assist in maintaining adequate stocks of all electrical and electronic hardware and supplies for the building.

·        To contribute to the department’s awareness of technical developments and their suitability to the Theatre through product information, attending trade shows etc.

·        To work on any special project as identified by the Head of Electrics or Senior Management team.

·        To support Theatre of Comedy Company’s communication objectives by sharing information with colleagues as appropriate whilst respecting confidentiality so that you and your colleagues have all the information you need to perform your duties effectively.

·        To comply with the Company’s Electronic Communications and Data Protection policies.

·        To comply with Theatre of Comedy Company’s Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety Policies at all times.

Person Specification

Essential

Desirable

We are a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from all candidates. If you do not meet every criterion, we still encourage you to apply, as we value potential and transferable skills.

In line with our Disability Confident commitment, we are committed to interviewing any applicant who is a disabled person and meets the minimum requirements for the role. Please indicate as part of your application that you wish to apply under the Disability Confident scheme.

In addition, applicants are invited to notify us of any disability, long-term health condition, or access requirement that may require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. All information will be treated confidentially.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and actively encourage applications from individuals currently underrepresented in the arts sector, including Black, Asian and global majority communities, disabled people, and those from working-class backgrounds.