East Herts District Council
Technician
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Job Introduction
Are you an enthusiastic team player who enjoys working on a broad range of events?
If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team!
What will you be doing?
- Support the Technical Management Team in the delivery of all aspects of the technical offer including theatre, cinema and community events.
- Work with the Technical Management Team to ensure all visiting productions, hires and events are adequately supported and their technical requirements met.
- Support the Technical Management Team in the implementation of policies and plans for the technical department ensuring that all technical equipment is kept up to date, compliant and fit-for-purpose; undertaking any necessary repairs in a timely and efficient manner as required.
- Ensure all aspects of statutory Health and Safety compliance across the building are implemented with particular attention to areas relating to stages, screens and auditoria as directed by Technical Manager.
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About You
As an ideal candidate, you will have:
- Experience of working in a technical team within an arts or cultural setting.
- Good general knowledge of technical theatre including lighting, sound and stagecraft.
- Comfortable with a range of technical theatre software applications including CAD, Q-lab etc.
- Experience of programming and use of ETC EOS systems, DiGiCo systems, DANTE and Art-Net/sACN would be desirable.
What can we offer you?
- Opportunities for growth and cross- department working, learning new skills and service areas
- 26-29 days annual leave rising to 34 days with 5 years' local government service
- Employee well-being programme
- Free parking in our offices and select council owned car parks during business hours
- Access to wellbeing and occupational health schemes such as the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Local Government pension scheme
- Discounts at council-owned leisure centres
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How To Apply
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Steve Mbala-Sargeant, Venue Director on steve.mbala-sargeant@beamhertford.co.uk.
Closing date: 2nd October at Midnight.
Interviews will be held in early October.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work.
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