Theatre Technician

Title: Theatre Technician

Salary: £26,500 - £29,500 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time 

Location: Lyric Theatre, Belfast (occasional off-site and tour)

Hours: 43 hours per week (Monday to Sunday)

Holidays: 24 + BHs 

Benefits: Additional paid day off for your birthday, free theatre tickets, free beverages, discounted food, access to free counselling

How to Apply: About Us | Lyric Theatre Belfast

Closing Date: 12 August 2024 at 12 midday

We’re looking for a versatile and enthusiastic Theatre Technician to join our dynamic team. You'll flex across all technical aspects of the theatre, ensuring everything from rigging lights to setting up sound is top-notch.  Check out the Job Profile on our website for more details.

Essential Criteria

1. Previous professional experience of working in technical theatre position, or relevant training
2. Experience of working as part of a team
3. Ability to perform the physical tasks required for the role, including working at height
4. Computer literate, fluent in the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook applications.

Desirable Criteria

1. Knowledge and practical experience of production and technical techniques including set construction, rigging, lighting, sound, and projection;
2. Knowledge and experience of lighting and sound setup including ETC EOS family software and QLab;
3. Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and procedures including requirements under LOLER, PUWER, and COSHH;
4. Knowledge and experience in the use of counterweight flying systems and other rigging equipment;
5. Previous experience of Live Audio Mixing;
6. Knowledge and experience of technical repairs and maintenance;
7. First aid or health and safety qualification;
8. Full clean driving licence