Job description

A bit about us:
Chippenham Town Council is one of the largest councils in the town and parish sector. We are committed to equality of opportunity and offer good benefits including a generous pension and free staff parking where available.

All about the role:
Main Purpose of Role:

The role of Technician/Duty officer is to provide a high level of technical expertise including lighting, sound and staging for productions, performances and events. This includes get-ins, get-outs, rigging and the maintenance and operation of specific equipment.

The role also includes acting a as Duty Officer, taking responsibility for the smooth running of events including the supervision of staff, and being first point of call for hirers of the Town Council premises.

You will work closely with the Venues team including the full-time Technician/Duty Officer.

This role is 15 hours per week.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Technician
• Provide lighting, sound, staging and other technical services for productions, performances and events.
• Carry out rigging, focusing, plotting and operation of lighting equipment.
• Undertake rigging, programming and operation of all sound equipment and associated systems.
• Maintenance of production and technical equipment and systems, including AV equipment, and stock levels as appropriate.
• Work with hirers and companies, supporting stage work, including get-ins, get-outs rigging and operation of specific equipment.
• Provide technical support for off-site events (Commemorative events, Fun Days etc.) including the design and execution of lighting, sound and staging.
• Liaise with hirers and touring companies and/or the full time Technician to understand technical requirements.
• Ensure that safety is a primary concern of all activities and undertake risk assessments for activities, as required.
• Liaise with the full time Technician/Duty Officer to ensure all events have the required level of support.

Duty Officer
• Liaise with the Facilities Officer and Venues Officer to understand the schedule of activity driving workload.
• Communicate with the Halls Team to ensure that the building runs smoothly at all times.
• Provide a full efficient and professional welcoming service to all users of the Town Hall and Neeld, including contractors, visitors and groups.
• Supervise events and shows as required.
• Supervise staff to ensure the venue complies with agreed standards and working practice, highlighting any issues to the Head of Venues.
• Ensure all users of the Town Hall and Neeld utilise the spaces in a safe and responsible manner.

Primary Relationships:
• The Venues team including the full time Technician/Duty Officer, and other employees.
• Users of the Venues.
• Councillors of the Town Council if required to do so.
• Suppliers of goods and services for the Neeld Community and Arts Centre if necessary.

Person Specification:
Experience and Knowledge:
• Experience of working as a Technician in a performing arts venue, including lighting, sound, staging and AV
• Able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Experience of working in public facing building with a high footfall and both internal and external service users
• Experience supervising staff
• Knowledge and experience of health and safety best practice and current legislation
• Knowledge of current industry practice, legislation and standards regarding delivery of technical services for live events
• Confident in manual-handling/heavy lifting of theatre equipment etc.
• Confident in working at height, climbing ladders etc.
• Able to work as part of a team as well as work independently and on own initiative
• Able to prioritise workload and manage time effectively
• Able to communicate clearly and consistently with all users, especially non-technical users

Hours of work: 15 per week
Contract type: Permanent

Find out more and apply:

If you would like an informal discussion about this role, please contact the Head of Venues Beth O’Brien on 01249 446699 or email bobrien@chippenham.gov.uk.
For application details, please visit our website www.chippenham.gov.uk/job-vacancies or email recruitment@chippenham.gov.uk.

Closing date (and time): Friday 11 July, 5pm
Interview date: TBC
Commencement date: TBC

Apply via www.chippenham.gov.uk