Part Time General Theatre Technician

Potters Resorts - Five Lakes; Maldon; On-site; GBP 15,153 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Gym and leisure facilities access

Potters Academy training

Job summary

Potters Resorts Five Lakes is seeking two General Theatre Technicians to join our Flex Team on an hours-as-required basis, with shifts aligned to business needs. You will support the live entertainment programme across days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays, delivering performances to a high standard.

You will operate lighting, sound and video gear, using Avolites consoles and DiGiCo/Allen & Heath systems, plus QLab, timecode and Hippo Media Server to ensure flawless productions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in using lighting, sound and video equipment.
• Ability to operate lighting, sound and video gear efficiently.
• Basic bench work skills including soldering (beneficial but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Operate shows as directed by Show Director and Technical Manager.
• Program and operate Avolites lighting consoles.
• Operate digital audio systems (DiGiCo/Allen & Heath).
• Use QLab, timecode and Hippo Media Server systems.
• Support technical delivery of Potters Theatre Company shows.
• Set up and operate equipment across venues for shows and events.
• Provide technical support during daytime and evening operations.

Skills

Lighting operation

Sound operation

Video equipment operation

Avolites lighting consoles

DiGiCo consoles

Allen & Heath consoles

QLab

Timecode

Hippo Media Server

Tools

Avolites lighting consoles

DiGiCo

Allen & Heath

QLab

Hippo Media Server

Job description

Potters Resorts is the UK's Number One Fully Inclusive Resort, renowned for delivering exceptional guest experiences through outstanding hospitality, first-class entertainment and excellent customer service. Set within the beautiful Essex countryside, Potters Resorts Five Lakes offers a unique blend of luxury accommodation, outstanding dining, leisure facilities and an exciting programme of live entertainment, seven days a week.

Our Entertainment Team is at the heart of the guest experience, producing high-quality shows, live music, daytime activities and special events throughout the year. Behind every performance is a talented technical team, ensuring every show runs seamlessly. If you're passionate about live events and thrive in a fast-paced environment, you'll be joining a team that takes pride in creating unforgettable experiences for thousands of guests every year.

Job Description

Job Description

We're looking for two General Theatre Technicians to join our Flex Team on an hours-as-required basis. This role offers flexibility, with shifts allocated in line with business needs rather than fixed weekly hours. Due to the nature of our live entertainment programme, we're looking for individuals with excellent all-round availability who can support the team across days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. The greater your availability, the more opportunities there are to work.

As a General Theatre Technician, you'll play a key role in delivering our outstanding programme of live entertainment and events. Working as part of a dedicated Technical Team, you'll support the smooth running of performances, functions and resort events, ensuring every production is delivered to the highest standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating shows as directed by the Show Director and Technical Manager.
• Programming and operating Avolites lighting consoles.
• Operating digital audio systems (experience with DiGiCo and/or Allen & Heath consoles is advantageous).
• Using QLab, timecode and Hippo Media Server systems.
• Supporting the technical delivery of Potters Theatre Company evening shows.
• Setting up and operating technical equipment across various venues around the resort for shows, functions and special events.
• Providing technical support for resort events during both daytime and evening operations.
• Assisting with the loading, unloading and movement of technical equipment.
• Working calmly under pressure and making considered decisions in a fast-paced live environment.
• Continuously developing your skills across lighting, sound, vision and stage technology.

Hours: Flex role – hours offered in line with business needs. Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays is required.

Pay: £13.28 per hour

Qualifications

Proven experience of working within a similar role, including:

• Experience of operating lighting, sound and video equipment.
• Organised, efficient and proactive.
• Good understanding of working safely within a Theatre/stage environment.
• Basic bench work skills including soldering (beneficial but not essential).

Additional Information

Why Join Us?

• Be part of the UK's Number One Fully Inclusive Resort
• Work behind the scenes on a varied programme of live entertainment and events
• Free meals whilst on duty
• Complimentary use of our gym and leisure facilities
• Ongoing training and development through the Potters Academy
• Team recognition, awards and social events
• A friendly, supportive team where no two days are the same

Potters Resorts is an equal opportunities employer. We will consider all qualified candidates without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.