Casual Technician

Dacorum Borough Council; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The Old Town Hall Theatre is seeking enthusiastic Casual Theatre Technicians to join the technical team for a range of live performances and community productions. You will support the setup and operation of lighting, sound, staging and audiovisual equipment, and assist with get-ins/get-outs.

This is not an entry level role; you will be the on-shift technician and must be able to work evenings and weekends. DBS check will be carried out before appointment.

Qualifications

• Experience with theatre lighting, sound, or stage operations.
• Reliable, adaptable and able to work evenings and weekends.
• Not entry level; able to provide technical support as sole technician on shift.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate lighting, sound, staging and audiovisual equipment.
• Assist with get-ins and get-outs.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Theatre lighting

Theatre sound

Stage operations

Tools

Lighting consoles

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job reference REQ0003193 Application closing date 11/10/2026 Salary £16.62 per hour (inclusive of London Fringe Weighting) Package Comprehensive Training - Flexible Working - Holiday Pay Contractual hours 0 Basis Zero Hours Attachments Casual Theatre Technician - Person Specification.pdf Casual Theatre Technician - Job Description.pdf

We're looking for enthusiastic and reliable Casual Technicians to join our technical team at The Old Town Hall Theatre.

This is a flexible, casual role supporting a wide range of live performances, events, and community productions. The Casual technician will be responsible for the setup and operation of lighting, sound, staging, and audiovisual equipment, as well as helping with get-ins, get-outs, and maintaining a safe working environment.

We're looking for people who:

• Have an interest in live events and theatre production.
• Have experience with theatre lighting, sound, or stage operations
• Are reliable, adaptable, and able to work evenings and weekends.

In return, you'll gain experience working in a busy and varied venue, supporting professional and community performances in a friendly and welcoming environment.

This is not an entry level job as you will be expected to provide technical support for shows as the only technician on shift.

For licensing compliance, applicants must be over 18 years of age.

A Basic check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions.

Interviews Date(s):

Thursday 26 October 2026

Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation.

The Council is going through a major change as part of Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and devolution. This means that the district and borough councils in Hertfordshire will be replaced by a smaller number of new unitary councils.

The aim is to make local government simpler and more efficient, improve services for residents, and bring decision-making closer to the communities we serve.

What this means for you

If you join Dacorum Borough Council between now and 31 March 2028, you will move to a new organisation on 1 April 2028. Your role will transfer to the new authority, but the way you work and who you report to may change.

While this may be different from what you are used to, it is also a rare and exciting opportunity to join Dacorum at a time of real change.

You will have the chance to help shape the future of local services and be part of building something new.

The new unitary councils will create opportunities for innovation, growth, and better public services. They will offer a more joined-up and forward-looking working environment for employees.

We are committed to supporting our staff and continuing to deliver high-quality services for residents throughout this change. Together, we are building a better future.