Job Summary
Landmark Theatres is looking for a Technician to join their team at the New and Key Theatre Peterborough. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work across all departments. We are seeking a proactive individual who is passionate about arts and culture, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.
Landmark Theatres is a portfolio of regional venues in North Devon and Peterborough receiving a wide variety of arts and cultural opportunities for local communities. This includes major touring productions, high‑profile live music acts, big‑name stand‑up comedy, dance, superb theatre, and new writing. We also produce high‑quality Musicals, Drama and Family productions including our annual family Pantomime in Peterborough.
Our venues consist of: Queen Theatre, Barnstaple (650 seats); Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe (450 seats); the New Theatre Peterborough (1,100 seats) and the Key Theatre Peterborough (112 & 360 seats). We are the largest new theatre entrant to Arts Council England’s National Portfolio (23‑26) and are working with several high‑quality partners such as Birmingham Royal Ballet, The National Theatre and Paines Plough.
We receive an annual grant of £1 million a year for the current three‑year funding cycle from 2023‑24 to 2025‑26 to ensure that Landmark Theatres can deliver an ambitious artistic mission, driving quality work, inspiring, and developing new talent for and with the audience we serve across North Devon and Peterborough.
Job Description
Job Title: Technician
Responsible to: Technical Manager
Place of Work: New Theatre & Key Theatre Peterborough
Hours of Work: 40 hours a week, including evening and weekends.
Salary: Up to £27,500 per annum + BECTU payments (when applicable)
Contract: Permanent Contract
Pension: Company Pension Scheme available
Start Date: As soon as possible
Overview of the Role
As a member of Key & New Theatre technical team the Technician is required to take a proactive approach towards the smooth running of the Technical Department. The Technician will support the Technical Manager in the day‑to‑day technical, maintenance and Health and Safety compliance of our venues. The role ensures safe presentation of all productions, hires and events. It will support a safe and compliant working environment and aligns with our organisational values.
The role is subject to a 6‑month probation period and requires a 1‑month notice period.
Key Responsibilities
- Work within the technical department on the safe provision of all technical aspects relating to productions at Landmark Venues, including fit‑ups, get‑outs, show calls and production periods.
- Assist and oversee the day‑to‑day installation and operation of all lighting, sound, rigging, staging, AV, access, emergency and safety systems at the New & Key Theatre Peterborough, and be proficient in the use of all in‑house systems and equipment.
- Attend production meetings, rehearsals, technical rehearsals, get‑ins, get‑outs and performances as instructed by the Technical Manager.
- Work as show crew on touring productions when applicable.
- Show confidence in programming Digico sound and EOS lighting desks when required.
- Set up and support any lighting and sound requirements in rehearsal rooms.
- Support and assist other departments and teams at the New & Key Theatre as required to ensure smooth operational running of the venue.
- Take on Duty Technician roles during performances, as required.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as preparation of rotas, risk assessments and method statements, logging of equipment testing and inspections as requested by the Technical Manager.
- Work with the organisation and Technical Manager to promote good working practices and maintain high production values within the department.
- Take part in all training, whether conducted on or off site.
Operational
- Gain an understanding of the buildings and all their capabilities – lighting, sound, video, cabling and, as a building, air handling, alarms and lift.
- Assist on maintenance upkeep of the buildings, keeping records to ensure regular maintenance checks are carried out in line with external contractors.
- Support the Technical Manager in delivering high levels of housekeeping within our venues, addressing maintenance, and undertaking basic maintenance duties.
- Assist the Technical Manager with continued support in relation to Health and Safety audits and Fire Risk Assessments.
Access
- Ensure that all customers and visiting company members receive equal and exceptional service and have equal access to our theatres and performances.
- Maintain awareness of the diverse needs of visiting companies with a wide range of requirements and ensure those needs are accommodated appropriately.
Health & Safety
- Work with the theatre team and Technical Manager to ensure that all areas within our buildings and facilities are safe and presentable.
- Familiarise and comply with existing H&S regulations relevant to the industry and actively work on Health and Safety audits and Fire Risk assessments.
- Assist the technical team with general upkeep of the fabric, fixtures and fittings of the auditorium, backstage and Front of House areas.
- Ensure that all get‑in, fit‑up and get‑out regulations are adhered to, Health and Safety check sheets are accurately completed and CDM regulations are adhered to.
General
- Undertake other tasks reasonably required by the Technical Manager or General Manager to ensure that our venues in Peterborough operate as an effective business, including sustainability and Environmental policies.
Person Specification
Essential
- Passion for Arts and Culture
- Broad‑based knowledge of and practice in all technical areas of theatre.
- Previous experience as a technician in a professional capacity.
- Experience of maintaining all production‑related equipment and systems.
- Live sound mixing experience, including theatre, bands, choirs and conferences.
- Experience of lighting desk operation – basic overview.
- General knowledge of stage techniques and its application.
- Team player.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational skills.
- Flexible, positive and inclusive attitude.
Desirable
- Programming of ETC consoles.
- Experience in working with digital film projectors.
- Knowledge of Digico sound consoles.
The job description for this position may be reviewed and amended to incorporate the future needs of the department and organisation. This job description is intended as a guide to the nature of the work required of this position. It is neither wholly comprehensive nor restrictive and is subject to review.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Access & Flexible Working
Landmark Theatres believes that theatre is for everyone – and that the organisations that make it should reflect the diversity of the communities they serve.
We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where difference is valued, barriers are actively removed, and people feel respected, supported and able to do their best work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, including those who are underrepresented in the arts and cultural sector.
We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as:
- From a global majority background
- Disabled and/or neurodivergent
- From lower socio‑economic backgrounds
- LGBTQIA+
We recognise that talent is distributed widely, even where opportunity is not.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and working environment accessible. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process – or if you would like to discuss access needs for the role – please let us know and we will work with you to put appropriate support in place.
All applicants that complete the full application will receive a response regardless of the shortlisting outcome.
The closing date for applications is midday Thursday 18 June.
Landmark Theatres Ltd is committed to safeguarding the welfare of participants and partners. Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions and reprimands, including those that are considered ‘spent’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013). The successful candidate must be willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (at Landmark’s expense) if a job offer is made subject to this being obtained.
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