Technical Manager (Southwark Playhouse Borough) 2-year Fixed-Term Contract, Southwark Playhouse

Job Purpose
There are two Technical Managers who each oversee our two buildings. This role will be based at SP Borough and will assume overall responsibility for the running of SP Borough while supporting the team at SP Elephant as and when required.

Alongside the Technical Manager at SP Elephant you will be responsible for scheduling and strategic planning within the technical department, as well as managing and developing a team of permanent and freelance staff. Health and Safety is a key part of this role, and the post holder will be expected to lead on all health and safety aspects relating to productions as well as having significant input on building-wide health and safety management. You will work closely with the creative and production teams on both in-house and received shows; with the participation department on youth and community projects; and with other external companies using the theatre's facilities. You will ensure the highest standards as a result of your knowledge of the organisation's building resources and capabilities.

The role is a 2-year, fixed-term, full-time, 40 hours per week. Additional hours may be necessary to fulfil the post's requirements. TOIL is available according to company policy.
Regular evening and weekend work will be required and the standard get-out day for productions is a Sunday.

The salary for this position is £38,587.50 per annum, paid monthly.

A full copy of the job description is available on our website along with the application form.