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Head Technician / Deputy Head Technician, Gandey World Class Productions

  •  UK-wide
  •  Â£30k-40k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes September 19, 2025
  •  Matt Chaloner
  •  Technical@gandey.com
  • #Events

Description

Job Summary

Gandeys are looking for motivated, organised and experienced multi skilled technicians to join their team on a self-employed contractual basis for the 2025 and 2026 show season.

Job Description

Successful applicants will be working on our exciting touring Big Top shows which include professional circus, theatres and cabaret style productions.

We are looking for one Deputy Head Technician to join our Autumn leg of Gandeys Circus Carnival, followed by Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular season.

We are also looking for a Head Technician for our spectacular Ice Show, "Snow Storm"

Travel and Accommodation

The company will provide you with your own Caravan to use for the duration of your contract. If you have your own Campervan or Caravan, you are allowed to use it. Please note that personal vehicles and trailers must be clean, tidy and safe.

Mileage paid for use of own vehicle. Transport provided for applicants that do not hold a driver's license.

Job Requirements

Qualifications, Insurance, Training and Experience

Experience working in a touring environment is desirable.

Active Public liability insurance is essential.

Working at heights training and experience is desirable but not essential and can be provided.

Experience working with Site power, Generators, intelligent lighting and installation of sound equipment.

Experience using QLab and Grand MA Software is desirable.

Job Responsibilities

Duties

Head Technician

Oversee and manage all technical aspects of the show, this includes but is not limited to the duties listed below.

  • Work with the company Technical Manager to prep equipment for the show that the successful applicant will be working on.
  • Manage the touring technical team during show builds, rehearsals, performances and get outs
  • Ensure that health and safety including safe working and correct PPE usage is always followed.
  • Relight the show using our GrandMA2 console to recreate the lighting design.
  • Operate sound & lighting using Qlab and GrandMA - Operating can be shared with the Deputy Head Technician.
  • Carry out weekly maintenance and report any faults/damages to the technical manager.
  • Complete daily electrical safety checks.

Deputy Head Technician

Assist the Head Technician with all technical aspects of the show, this includes but is not limited to the duties listed below.

  • Work with the Technical manager and Head Technician to prepare equipment for the

How to Apply

Please send a CV, cover letter and references

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