Scenic Welder/Fabricator - Stage Sets & Automation

Royal Shakespeare Company; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking an experienced Fabricator/Welder to join our Scenic Workshops, delivering high-quality stage scenery through welding and fabrication, and supporting automated scenic systems. You will work full-time on an annualised 44-hour week with occasional evenings and weekends during production periods, reporting to the Head of Scenic Construction.

The role involves interpreting CAD drawings and collaborating with designers to realise

Qualifications

• High-level MIG, TIG and ARC welding skills.
• Experience using fabrication equipment such as cold saws, grinders, band saws and plasma cutters.
• Experience creating curved architectural scenery using tube benders and rollers.
• Good material knowledge of mild steel, aluminium, stainless steel and brass.
• Ability to read and interpret complex CAD drawings, technical blueprints and scale models.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction principles and fabrication techniques.
• Awareness of or experience with automated/moving scenic elements.
• Knowledge of health and safety, including safe and sustainable working practices.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing technical drawings and completing assigned tasks.
• Measuring, cutting and assembling scenic components using industrial machinery.
• Fabricating and finishing steelwork to a high standard.
• Carrying out regular tool safety checks and maintaining workshop standards.
• Loading scenic components into venues and securing them safely on stage.
• Assisting with on-site modifications, repairs and technical adjustments during fit-up and production periods.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

ARC welding

CAD drawing interpretation

Fabrication techniques

Mechanical construction

Tools

Cold saws

Grinders

Band saws

Plasma cutters

Tube benders

Rollers

Job description

The Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking an experienced Fabricator/Welder to join our Scenic Workshops, delivering high-quality stage scenery through welding and fabrication, and supporting automated scenic systems. You will work full-time on an annualised 44-hour week with occasional evenings and weekends during production periods, reporting to the Head of Scenic Construction.

The role involves interpreting CAD drawings and collaborating with designers to realise