Assistant Technical Manager (Stage and Automation)

The Marlowe, Canterbury is one of this country’s most successful large-scale independent theatres. We present a year-round programme of national touring productions across a range of artforms including theatre, dance, opera, and music, in our 1,200-seat Theatre and we develop and present work in our 150-seat Studio. Since becoming a self-funding independent charitable trust in 2018 we have begun to develop a more mixed economy, with a 5-year plan to commission and produce work at all scales alongside the presented programme.

Supporting artists, engaging with our communities, and developing the creative lives of the next generation are central to our mission to be the engine house for the performing arts in our region and to shape the spirit of Kent.

There’s never been a better time to join our team. Our investment in our loyalty strategy has ensured that we have consistently strong and engaged audiences for our varied programme. We’ve also received recognition from our industry, winning a Stage Award for our innovative approach to supporting the theatre sector and a Workforce Award from UK Theatre for our investment in our People Plan, ensuring our high calibre team are rewarded and supported.

We are seeking a collaborative and proactive team player, with an eye for detail to join our technical and productions team.

The role of Assistant Technical Manager Stage and Automation will have good experience in both managing people and process with a positive approach to health and safety culture.

You will be able to demonstrate impressive hands-on experience in counterweight flying and all-round excellence in stage systems maintenance and operation. Additionally, you will have good practical experience in developing and training a Technical Team in the relevant stage and automation skills and knowledge. A willingness to attain IOSH managing safely qualification if not already held.

We want to work with people who are passionate about their work, resilient in the face of any challenge that comes their way and supportive of their colleagues.

The Marlowe is an inclusive employer. We value difference and recruit by merit based on fair and open competition. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes them unique.

We are a Creative Green organisation and are committed to taking action on climate change and environmental sustainability.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about the post, please contact Technical Manager Dave Beaumont by email.