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We want you to feel comfortable and prepared for your interview so that you are able to showcase all your brilliant skills and experience. For those with access needs we are able to offer numerous adjustments including: sending out questions in advance, allowing more time for tasks or applications, re-wording questions, providing a BSL interpreter or whatever else you might need. Don’t be afraid to talk to us at reptalent@birmingham-rep.co.uk
The deadline for receipt of applications is 22 April 2025 at 12pm
Interviews will be held at The Rep on Monday 28 April 2025.
Guidance
Please read the job description carefully before starting your application to ensure that you meet all of the essential criteria and are able to provide evidence in your application to support these areas. Only relevant information will be considered when shortlisting candidates.
In line with GDPR, your application will be retained securely for 6 months before being destroyed if you are unsuccessful.
Vacancies will generally close by the deadline, however, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants. We therefore advise candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible if they wish to be considered for the role. Any applications made after the deadline will not be considered.
Role Summary
Established in 1913, The Rep has an unparalleled history as a pioneering repertory theatre and the launch-pad for some of the most exciting talent in UK theatre both past and present. Today it is a producing powerhouse with three auditoria - The House, 816 seats; The Studio, 292 seats; The Door, 133 seats - as well as extensive on-site production facilities.
Under the Executive leadership of Rachael Thomas, the theatre is in the midst of a process of significant renewal, with the vision of being a national and international centre for artistically ambitious popular theatre in all its forms: comedies, dramas, musicals, dance-theatre and family shows. Revivals, new work and commissions will play in all three theatres. Many of its productions already go on to enjoy future life through commercial transfers and national/international tours.
These are exciting times for The Rep and the city of Birmingham. The UK’s 'second city’ has the youngest population in Europe, and is the most multicultural city in the UK. It is a city full of dynamism and energy, and currently undergoing its own renaissance as one of the fastest growing cities in the country.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the stage department working in a busy producing theatre. As part of the Stage Team, you will be assisting in installing scenery, maintenance, and operating of stage equipment and effects both outside and during performances. This is an opportunity to see and be a part of the creation of productions.
The stage department is integrated into the wider production process from the white card: working alongside production management and the workshop team on stage effects, logistics, and planning. We ensure that digital technology and sustainability are at the heart of every project.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* To be an active member of the Stage Department working on Rep Productions.
* Install and operate technical equipment including the counterweight flying system for Birmingham Rep productions, visiting companies, conferences, hires, and events as required.
* Lead on specific tasks & projects as required by the Head of Department and Technical Manager.
* To help maintain and run performances, ensuring the productions maintain the highest standard of delivery.
* To liaise with the creative teams at all key stages of the design and construction of each production.
* Liaise with other technical staff and the UVB Team regarding the requirements for conferences and hires.
* To work to design and installation deadlines as per production and technical schedules set by the Technical Manager and Production Manager.
* Maintain all technical equipment both on a day-to-day and in the formalised scheduled programme.
* Provide support for general building maintenance as agreed with the Technical Manager.
* Work with and support the Creative Learning team to create opportunities for access and learning throughout the organisation.
* To maintain a high standard of appearance whenever at work and especially when supporting conferences, hires, and UVB events.
* To liaise with other departments regarding the successful delivery of audio-described, BSL performances, and relaxed performances.
* To carry out other duties or special projects as reasonably required by the Technical Manager.
* Liaise closely with other departments to ensure efficient and effective completion of tasks and working patterns.
* Work flexibly across technical, maintenance, and operations disciplines.
* To ensure excellent customer service is maintained at all times.
* To attend Design, Production, and Departmental as well as other relevant meetings as required.
* Actively and positively participate in The Rep’s Performance Management system and in consultation with the Technical Manager encourage appropriate training of departmental staff.
* Keep pace with technical developments and undertake further training and development as part of a programme of personal development.
* Ensure that a high standard of housekeeping prevails in performing areas, storage areas, and the theatre’s off-site storage.
* To play an active role in implementing and monitoring practices of equality, diversity, and inclusion in your team and across the organisation.
* Actively embrace and seek to embed digital solutions to presenting work and to developing workflows across the organisation.
* Ensure that sustainable methods of delivering on all output are considered, developed, and implemented where practicable.
* To support and actively participate in the Rep’s apprenticeship schemes.
* Deputise for the Senior Technician as required.
* Driving company vehicle.
* Any other duties as reasonably requested by the Technical Manager and Head of Department to ensure the smooth running of the Production departments.
Communication, Administration, and Finance
* Ensure detailed records are maintained for departmental equipment.
* To ensure show files and any relevant records are archived in accordance with policy and legislative guidelines.
* Comply with The Birmingham Rep financial policies and procedures.
Health and Safety
* Work closely with the Technical Manager and other Birmingham Rep team members and consultants to: create and maintain a safe working environment, develop records of risk assessment, maintenance, and general record keeping; ensure method statements or safe systems of work are implemented, and ensure that appropriate training has been completed.
* Actively participate in the Health and Safety Committee.
* Be an on-duty First Aider.
General Responsibilities
Adhere to and implement the guidelines, procedures, and policies of the company as detailed in the staff policies.
* Play a role in the life of the company and work across departments to develop a positive and engaged organisational culture including playing active and positive roles in staff forums/committees.
* Complete all mandatory e-learning and training
* Be aware of, and comply with, rules and legislation pertaining to Health & Safety at work and abide by the procedures set out in the Health & Safety Policy.
* Take ownership for the safety of the working environment for your teams by being fully compliant with the Health and Safety policies, rules, and training for yourself and your team members including casual and freelancer staff.
* Be aware of, and comply with, rules and legislation pertaining to data security, and GDPR, at work and abide by the procedures set out in the Data Protection Policy.
* All staff are expected to demonstrate an understanding of, and adherence to, our safeguarding policy, including a duty to report any issues of concern.
Any Other Duties
The duties and responsibilities set out should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. The post-holder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined duties and responsibilities within the organisation which are appropriate with the level of the role without changing the general character of the post.
The post-holder may also be called upon to carry out duties that would not normally be associated with the post on a temporary basis where there is a strong organisational requirement for that to happen. The post-holder would be given appropriate training and equipment to carry out any duties of this kind.
Key Relationships
This role forms part of the Stage Team within the Production Department which is overseen by the Head of Stage. You will be managed by the Deputy Head of Stage. You will support managing the Casual Stage Technicians.
This structure may change from time to time based on business need, but reflects the broad areas of responsibility.
Internal
* Members of the Senior Management team
* Technical Manager
* Heads of Department across the organisation
* Staff groups, forums, and trade unions as required
* UVB Team
External
* Freelance Production Staff
* Creative teams
Person Specification
You must have...
If you do not demonstrate that you meet all these criteria you may not be shortlisted
* Strong experience in a similar role
* Suitable experience of working on a stage.
* Knowledge and experience of operating a counterweight fly system.
* Experience, knowledge, and understanding of the theatrical technical industry and in particular technical products, equipment, and systems.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to be an integral part of a team but also to use initiative and work independently.
* Knowledge of current Health and Safety guidance and practice and practical implementation.
* Desire to lead and motivate a team.
* Ability to work under pressure while managing time effectively and meeting deadlines.
* Basic carpentry and metal working skills.
* Ability to and experience of working at height.
* Ability to work from scale drawings
It’d be great if you had…
If we need to choose between candidates who meet the essential criteria, we may take these factors into account.
* Relevant experience in a theatre or other arts organisation
* Experienced in using a broad range of access equipment
* IPAF licence
* Experience of rigging checks
* First aid certification
* Working at height certification
Terms and Conditions
Period of work: This is a permanent contract, subject to successful completion of a probationary period of 3 months.
Pay: £26,809 per annum
Hours: 2028 hours per year (equivalent to 39 hours a week). Some evening and weekend work will be required.
You will be entitled to double time hours for Sundays & Bank Holidays and these will be added to your annualisation. You will still be able to claim for auxiliary payments (get outs and meal allowances)
Holidays: 20 days per year plus bank holidays rising to 25 days plus bank holidays with continuous service. The holiday year runs from 1 September to 31 August each year.
Location of work: Your main place of work will be The Rep in Birmingham, but you may be required to work permanently or temporarily at other locations locally.
Other benefits: Contributory staff pension, 5% employee and 3% employer
Non-contractual benefits
* A day off for your birthday
* Free-to-use employee assistance service
* Staff ticket discount
* Staff discount in The Rep food and drink outlets (when available)
* Access to salary sacrifice schemes including Bike to Work scheme and Health Cash Plans
* Numerous corporate discounts including 25% Season Ticket discount on parking at Q-Parks and access to £5.50 daily parking rate at Utilita Arena Birmingham
We actively encourage all staff to see shows as we believe that being part of The Rep 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.
There’s no such thing as perfection…
At the Rep we don’t expect or look for the ‘perfect candidate’, instead we look for people who can positively contribute to our team. In return you will be given support, encouragement, and all the right conditions to grow, succeed and be your best. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where difference is a strength and every unique voice and skill is recognised and valued.
For us, recruitment is more than a match against a job description, it’s about feeling excited to come to work every day and being proud of who you work with and for. We believe The Rep is for everyone, so however you identify, whatever your background, if you feel excited about this role then we urge you to please apply.
It’s important to us that The Rep reflects the communities we serve and therefore we particularly welcome applicants from the global majority and D/deaf & disabled communities as these groups are not as well represented as we want them to be. As part of our Ramps on the Moon legacy, we have experience in supporting individuals to Access to Work requests and encourage any and all staff who may benefit from the scheme to use it. We will always try to make the adjustments needed so that you can perform to the best of your ability and professionally thrive in a supportive and engaging environment. We want our Rep to be culturally informed and accessible to all, so we encourage you to celebrate and share your own cultural experience and knowledge of our city proudly in your application.
As a disability confident employer, we guarantee an interview to anyone who has a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the post. By ‘minimum criteria’ we mean that you must provide us with evidence in your application form which demonstrates that you generally meet the level of competence required for each competence (or could with reasonable support), as well as meeting any of the qualifications, skills or experience defined as essential in the person specification.
Diversity Monitoring
Our ultimate aim is to have diversity of all kinds in every layer of the organisation and to help us keep track of our success we kindly ask you to complete an Equality and Diversity form alongside your application. Participation is voluntary but appreciated and your responses will be anonymous and not shared with the recruiting managers.
Environmental
As one of the largest producing houses in the midlands, we are aware that we have a responsibility to the environment beyond legal and regulatory requirements. As such, we are aiming to be carbon neutral within 10 years with sustainability at the forefront of our working practices and integrate climate-aware work into our programme. We have committed to adopt the Green Book Sustainable Productions framework on a minimum of 2 productions a year. Our Environmental Working Group is comprised of staff from across the organisation to become environmental champions and meet regularly to review and update our Environmental policy and plans. We are committed to exploring, trialing, and renewing ways in which the organisation and staff can reduce their environmental impact and carbon footprint.
Flexible working
We know flexibility is everything and we foster a working environment which is focused on outcomes. For this role, you will be required to work specific hours and be present in the building to help with the running of performances. We actively encourage applications for job shares and will make every effort to accommodate these requests.
Safeguarding
The Rep is committed to safeguarding and operates an environment where all staff are expected to report any concerns about vulnerable people, or about the behaviour or practice of colleagues and other people they come into contact with.
Offers
Any job offer we make is subject to:
£27,861 per annum (Salary Grade: Officer 3)
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