Seasonal Multiskilled Theatre Technician

ATG Entertainment UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

ATG Entertainment is seeking multiskilled casual technicians for Palace Theatre & Opera House in Manchester. You will join the venue Technical Team supporting productions and events, ensuring technical requirements are met.

The role requires working with visiting companies and fellow staff, maintaining safety, and delivering high-quality customer service. Essential criteria include stage/flying/light or sound experience, H&S knowledge, and the ability to work evenings, weekends and public

Qualifications

• Some relevant experience in stage, flying, lighting or sound environments.
• Working knowledge of current Health & Safety Regulations.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and take initiative.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to work the required hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Physically capable of lifting equipment and working at height.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist visiting production technical staff and companies to the venue.
• Support full-time technical staff with fit-ups, shows and get outs.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and assist with inspection/maintenance of stage machinery.
• Work safely and identify risks to health, safety, or security.
• Attend required training and develop relevant skills.
• Collaborate as a team to complete tasks with a professional attitude.

Skills

Stage experience

Flying systems knowledge

Lighting or sound environment

Health & Safety regulations

Work under pressure

Problem solving

Communication skills

Customer service

Evenings/weekends availability

Manual handling / lifting

Ability to work at height

Teamwork

Tools

Counterweight Flying Systems

Follow Spots operation

Job description

ATG Entertainment is seeking multiskilled casual technicians for Palace Theatre & Opera House in Manchester. You will join the venue Technical Team supporting productions and events, ensuring technical requirements are met.

The role requires working with visiting companies and fellow staff, maintaining safety, and delivering high-quality customer service. Essential criteria include stage/flying/light or sound experience, H&S knowledge, and the ability to work evenings, weekends and public