Lighting Technician at Birmingham Repertory Theatre

Application closing date: 23 Dec 2025 8:00am

Based: Birmingham

Salary: £26,810.16 per annum

Position: Lighting Technician

Contract: Full time, Fixed Term Contract

Website: birmingham-rep.mystaffsavvy.com

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Job Description

The Lighting Technician will be integral to the efficient running of the Lighting Department and provide technical services to install, operate and maintain staging & technical equipment (primarily lighting but not excluding stage, sound & video) for Birmingham Rep productions, visiting companies and conferences as required. The Technician will at times be required to flexibly support across all disciplines to ensure that all technical, maintenance and operations are delivered efficiently and effectively. This includes ensuring excellent customer service is consistently provided to staff, customers and visitors to The Rep & UVB (Unique Venues Birmingham) events while ensuring the efficient technical management & running of The Rep events & productions. They will ensure that digital technology and sustainability are at the heart of every project.

This role requires experience in a similar position, particularly with programming and operating ETC EOS Family consoles, alongside a strong understanding of the theatrical technical industry, its equipment, and systems. Candidates must demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, the ability to work both collaboratively and independently, and sound knowledge of Health and Safety practices. Practical skills such as working at height and accurately interpreting lighting plans and technical drawings are essential.

Working with us you would be able to access the following benefits
Employer contribution pension scheme
Holiday entitlement of 5 weeks plus bank holidays rising with service
A day off for your birthday
Free-to-use employee assistance service and 24/7 GP Service
Staff ticket discount (when available)
Staff discount in The Rep food and drink outlets (when available)
25% Season Ticket discount on parking at Q-Parks
£5 day rates at Utilita Arena North and South Car Parks
Access to salary sacrifice schemes including Bike to Work scheme and Health Cash Plans

We actively encourage all staff to see shows as believe that being part of The Rep product enhances everyone’s experience as an employee and ambassador. To ensure everyone has a chance to attend shows every staff member is invited to attend press night for all The Rep’s own productions along with further complimentary tickets where possible as well as competitive discounts throughout the year.

Apply via birmingham-rep.mystaffsavvy.com