Casual Theatre Technician

Calderdale Council; Halifax; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council seeks Casual Theatre Technicians to join the backstage team at the Victoria Theatre. Responsibilities include assisting with technical preparations and operating equipment for various events. Candidates should be willing to work unsociable hours, including evenings and weekends. Training for manual handling will be provided. This role supports a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in technical preparation and operation of events.
• Willingness to work unsociable hours including evenings and weekends.
• Experience in a technical theatre role preferred, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical setup and operation during events.
• Provide a professional technical service to the theatre.
• Contribute to a friendly and welcoming environment.

Skills

Technical operation of equipment

Manual handling

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

Post Ref: CC538

The Victoria Theatre hosts a wide range of events from comedy to live music, plays to pantomime.

We are looking to expand our team of Casual Theatre Technicians to join the backstage department.

Successful applicants will be expected to assist in all aspects of the technical preparation and operation of the venue and be responsible for the operation of technical equipment. They will also help to provide a full professional technical service to the theatre and contribute towards the friendly and welcoming environment of the venue.

The posts involve a significant amount of manual handling, for which training will be provided. You will be required to work unsociable hours, including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Keilidh Whyte or Darrell Adley on 01422 351 156.

Closing Date: 31st August 2025

Interview Date: Week commencing 8th September 2025

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our

Post Ref: CC538

The Victoria Theatre hosts a wide range of events from comedy to live music, plays to pantomime.

We are looking to expand our team of Casual Theatre Technicians to join the backstage department.

Successful applicants will be expected to assist in all aspects of the technical preparation and operation of the venue and be responsible for the operation of technical equipment. They will also help to provide a full professional technical service to the theatre and contribute towards the friendly and welcoming environment of the venue.

The posts involve a significant amount of manual handling, for which training will be provided. You will be required to work unsociable hours, including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Keilidh Whyte or Darrell Adley on 01422 351 156.

Closing Date: 31st August 2025

Interview Date: Week commencing 8th September 2025

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our