Automation No 3/Tech Swing (Barbican)

Royal Academy Of Dance; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts organization based at the Barbican, London, is seeking an experienced Automation Number 3 to assist with day-to-day operations and specific manual performer flying duties for their upcoming productions. Applicants should have a strong understanding of electrical control systems and safety protocols. This full-time, fixed-term role runs from the end of September 2025 until January 2026, offering a chance to work in a creative and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Great benefits

Supportive environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of industry standard electrical and electronic control systems.
• Understanding of theatre staging, stage engineering, rigging, and slinging.
• Participation in Planned Preventative Maintenance procedures in automation systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the smooth running of productions from get-ins to performances.
• Carry out repairs and replacements with minimal disruption.
• Maintain awareness of current Health and Safety legislation.

Skills

Electrical and electronic control systems

Health and Safety legislation

Theatre staging

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Overview

Do you have a good working knowledge of electrical and electronic automation control systems? Are you available to support at the Barbican between the end of September 2025 until 19 January 2026?

We are looking for an experienced Automation Number 3 to assist with the day-to-day operation of the department and to participate in the deck plot when required. You will also be responsible for specific manual performer flying ropework for the RSC's 2025 Barbican season, of Wendy and Peter and Twelfth Night.

Reporting to the Head of Automation, key areas of responsibility include (please see the full job description and person specification for the comprehensive list):

Responsibilities

• Participating in the smooth running of get-ins, fitting, installing, commissioning, programming, rehearsals, performances, changeovers and get-outs.
• Ensuring repairs and replacements are carried out with the least disruption to stage schedules, including first line fault-finding and repair.
• Maintaining an awareness of current Health and Safety legislation and Safe Systems of Work.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of the specification, setting up and operation of industry standard electrical and electronic control systems.
• A good working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation together with an understanding of theatre staging, stage engineering, rigging, slinging and flying.
• Previous knowledge of, or participation in, Planned Preventative Maintenance procedures in automation systems.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to work collaboratively as a team.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 3 months which is based at the Barbican, London.

Application Process

All applications should be made online using the RSC website. If you need any assistance when applying, please email [e-mail]

The interviews will take place in the week commencing 29 September 2025.

About the RSC

The RSC strives for excellence, and values creativity, inclusivity, sustainability, collaboration, and accountability.

We can offer great benefits and aim to create a welcoming, supportive environment which is happy, healthy and safe. We place great importance upon developing a diverse, highly motivated and energised workforce to help achieve our priorities. We put our values at the heart of everything we do.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals.

We believe that safeguarding children and adults is everyone's responsibility, and everybody working at the RSC has a duty to place safeguarding at the heart of their work. We welcome candidates who will support and advocate the RSC's environmental objectives continuing to improve our sustainability work and actions both on and off stage.

The Royal Shakespeare Company (no. 212481) is a registered charity.