Lifting Operations Supervisor [A5196]

SEARCHLIGHT; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the entertainment industry is seeking a Lifting Operations Supervisor to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the safety and technical aspects of lifting operations across various venues. Your expertise in rigging and health and safety legislation will be essential in maintaining high professional standards and facilitating successful productions. You will work closely with technical teams to ensure the safe delivery of performance effects and contribute to the professional development of staff.

Qualifications

• Technical operational experience in entertainment or theatre rigging.
• Understanding of health and safety legislation, particularly HSWA and LOLER.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of safe working practices, ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Coordinate installations of lifting equipment and support technical teams.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

IT Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

THE COMPANY

Our client collaborates with world-renowned artists to bring unforgettable stories to life, showcasing their creativity and expertise on a global stage.

THE ROLE

As a Lifting Operations Supervisor, you will operate across several performance venues, supporting the development and implementation of best practices for working safely at height.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of safe working practices ensuring compliance with current legislation and industry standards.
• Provide expert guidance and oversight on all production lifting requirements from the feasibility stage.
• Coordinate the temporary installation and commissioning of additional lifting equipment as required for productions or special projects.
• Work collaboratively with technical teams and external contractors to facilitate the safe and effective delivery of performer flying effects.
• Support the recruitment, training and professional development of staff.
• Champion a strong safety culture by developing risk assessments ensure all staff involved in lifting operations understand and adhere to safety controls.
• Work closely with other technical supervisors to plan and allocate staffing in line with production schedules and technical demands.
• Contribute to the development and sourcing of lifting solutions for commercial transfers.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of lifting technologies and implement improvements to ensure safe, efficient and sustainable operations.

THE PERSON

You should have technical operational experience in entertainment or theatre rigging, or alternatively from the wider rigging or lifting equipment industry. A solid understanding of health and safety legislation, particularly HSWA and LOLER is essential.

Strong communication, project management and IT skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, are important for success in this role.

Having a proactive and flexible approach is key. You should be committed to maintaining high professional and safety standards, with a willingness to stay up to date with industry developments and best practices.

NEXT STEP

If your skills & experience fit the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role, please apply online attaching your CV in WORD format.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Searchlight only advertises active roles
• Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role
• We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days.

If this roleisn’t quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, pleasesend it to [e-mail].

Searchlight strives to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

To learn more about Searchlight, see:www.searchlight.global