Casual Theatre Technician

Thurrock Council; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Hybrid working options

Training and development

Employee wellbeing support

Staff discounts and local offers

Inclusive working environment

Job summary

Thameside Theatre, part of Thurrock Council, is seeking a Theatre Technician on a casual contract to support the Technical Team. You will be involved in lighting and sound programming and operation, stage management, and health and safety responsibilities for hirers and cast.

The role expects flexibility for evening and weekend work, with DBS Check at Enhanced level required. Generous benefits and training opportunities are offered as part of Thurrock Council.

Qualifications

• Experience in programming and operating sound and lighting equipment.
• Experience in stage management.
• Experience of Health and Safety Regulations.
• Experience of operating theatre productions, small bands and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Programming and Operation of Sound Desk
• Programming and Operation of Lighting Desk
• Stage Management
• Health and Safety of Hirers and Cast
• Any Other Duties requested by the Technical Manager

Skills

Sound/Lighting programming

Stage management

Health and safety regs

Theatre productions ops

Education

Lighting/Sound/Stage Management qualification

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a Theatre Technician on a casual contract at the Thameside Theatre as part of the highly skilled and experienced Technical Team.

About the Role

As a Theatre Technician you will assist in the day-to-day operations of the Technical Department of the Thameside Theatre with responsibility for lighting, sound maintenance and operation. You will be required to undertake stage management duties as required. You will be responsible for:

• Programming and Operation of Sound Desk
• Programming and Operation of Lighting Desk
• Stage Management
• Health and Safety of Hirers and Cast
• Any Other Duties requested by the Technical Manager

This role offers the chance to make a real difference by being part of a professional team that delivers a high standard of production to our hirers and audiences.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who has:

• Experience in programming and operating sound and lighting equipment
• Experience in stage management
• Experience of Health and Safety Regulations
• Experience of operating theatre productions, small bands and presentations

The successful candidate would need to be flexible to help meet the demands of the business including evening and weekend work.

Essential Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in Lighting, Sound and Stage Management or minimum of 2 years' experience in a theatre of 316 seats or above.

DBS Check: At Enhanced level is required for this post.

Benefits of Working with Us

At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

Closing Date: 22nd November 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information

If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:

Ann McEwen - Front of House Manager

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:

Download Job Profile (PDF Document)

Application Requirements

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