Casual Technicians

The Hexagon; Reading; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The Hexagon Theatre in Reading, along with South Street Arts Centre and Reading Concert Hall, seeks enthusiastic Casual Technicians to support a busy live events programme. You will help with setup, operation and dismantling of productions, working evenings and varied shifts.

Join a committed Technical Team to ensure safe, smooth performances and gain valuable backstage experience in a vibrant cultural hub.

Qualifications

• Have a genuine interest in theatre, live events or entertainment.
• Be hardworking, enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Undertake manual handling duties, including lifting and carrying equipment.
• Be comfortable working at heights with training and equipment provided.
• Demonstrate excellent timekeeping and reliability.
• A full, clean driving licence would be advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading scenery, staging and technical equipment.
• Assisting with event set-ups and get-outs.
• Supporting maintenance and upkeep of technical equipment.
• Keeping technical areas safe, tidy and secure.
• Following Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• Working with experienced technical staff and visiting production teams.

Skills

Theatre interest

Team player

Reliable

Effective communicator

Manual handling

Height awareness

Timekeeping

Job description

Do you have an interest in live events, theatre, music or the entertainment industry? Are you looking for flexible work behind the scenes at some of Reading's most exciting venues?

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Casual Technicians to join our Technical Team, supporting a wide variety of performances and events across Reading Arts venues - these will include The Hexagon, South Street Arts Centre and Reading Concert Hall.

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.

About the role

As a Casual Technician, you will assist with the preparation, operation and dismantling of productions and events, helping to ensure performances run smoothly and safely.

Duties include:

• Loading and unloading scenery, staging and technical equipment.


• Assisting with event set-ups and get-outs.


• Supporting the maintenance and upkeep of technical equipment.


• Helping to keep technical areas safe, tidy and secure.


• Following Health & Safety procedures at all times.


• Working alongside experienced technical staff and visiting production teams.

This is a casual role, with shifts offered as required to support our programme of events.

Working hours may include:

• Evenings


• Bank Holidays


• Long and varied shifts depending on event requirements

You will have the opportunity to work across The Hexagon Theatre, South Street Arts Centre and Reading Concert Hall, gaining valuable experience in a busy live events environment.

About you

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have a genuine interest in theatre, live events or the entertainment industry.


• Are hardworking, enthusiastic and willing to learn.


• Can communicate effectively and work as part of a team.


• Are able to undertake manual handling duties, including lifting and carrying equipment.


• Are comfortable working at heights (training and equipment provided where required).


• Have excellent timekeeping and reliability.


• A full, clean driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential.

You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.

Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:

Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do

Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.

Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.

Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.

If you are looking for a social role within an enjoyable and hardworking team, have an eye for detail and the confidence to match this could be the job for you!

Closing Date: Thursday 17th September 2026

Interview Dates: To be confirmed

Interview Process: Group interview/exercise at The Hexagon Theatre, Queens Walk, Reading,

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.