Senior Technician

Battersea Arts Centre; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts venue in London is seeking a Senior Technician to lead its Production & Technical Team. The role involves overseeing technical services for live programs and commercial events, managing a team of technicians, and ensuring high standards in technical delivery. Candidates should have a strong background in lighting, sound, and AV technologies, with experience leading teams. The position offers a salary of £29,000 - £30,000 and requires flexible working hours including occasional evenings and weekends.

Benefits

Complimentary tickets

Employment Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discount in BAC cafe

Development Days

Qualifications

• Good understanding of the production process and theatre techniques.
• Experience in a technical role with theatre companies.
• Comfortable supporting and managing a technical team.

Responsibilities

• Plan resource distribution across productions and events.
• Lead the technical team for smooth operations.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Lighting technology

Sound technology

AV techniques

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant technical qualification

Tools

ETC lighting desks

Yamaha Desks

Avolites Tiger Touch

Job description

Applications close 10pm 18 January 2026. Successful shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an initial interview between 4-6 February 2026. We can provide a BSL interpreter if required.

The Role

Responsible to: Head of Production & Technical, Technical Manager

Responsible for: Core & Casual Technicians, occasionally Freelance Technicians

General Description

This role will be part of BAC’s Production & Technical Team. It may be expected to contribute to a range of workstreams, but the role will primarily lead on all our P&T work as set out below.

We are looking for a knowledgeable team leader to join our Production & Technical Team as Senior Technician, working with the Technical Manager, Production Manager, and Head of Production & Technical to set the standards for the team delivering the technical services at BAC.

You will work to deliver a professional and helpful service to both BAC’s live programme and commercial events. You will support the technical requirements of artists whilst in the rehearsal, development and performance stages of their work, at BAC and on tour. You will bring your skills to a wide range of high-end commercial events including filming, concerts, weddings, conferences, award ceremonies and fashion shows; ensuring the highest standard of technical delivery expected by our clients.

You will work as part of a Production & Technical team, consisting of Head of Production & Technical, Technical Manager, Production Manager, 2 full‑time Technicians and a pool of casual Technicians. You will work to manage and support the team’s casual Technicians across both the programme and commercial events.

You will have the opportunity to work in spaces of different scale and across all elements of BAC’s programme including visiting productions, co‑productions and artist residencies; commercial events including weddings, conferences, awards ceremonies and corporate hires; youth theatre and participation work; and our touring programme.

You will lead on monitoring and maintaining technical inventory, including kit, infrastructure and storage, and regularly act as Duty Technician, responding proactively to day‑to‑day technical demands.

We are looking for a collaborative and highly‑skilled technician who is comfortable supporting, motivating and instructing a technical team. You will bring a good working knowledge across the areas of lighting, sound, stage & AV, as well as proven experience of taking a lead role in at least one specialism.

BAC can provide training and professional opportunities to support your development, and we can be flexible about how this role can work. Please talk to us in advance of application if you would like to discuss how this role could work for you.

We particularly welcome applicants with lived experience of disability and people from groups that are currently under‑represented in the arts sector.

Role Responsibilities

Team Member Responsibilities: Production & Technical

• Assist in planning the use and distribution of resources across all productions and events. These include but are not limited to allocation of casual Technicians, managing the technical inventory, and assessing the technical needs of each performance and event. This may also include coordinating technical hires and purchases in conjunction with the Technical Production Managers;
• Work as a multi‑skilled Technician across all disciplines as assigned and as necessary for BAC and incoming productions;
• Take the lead role when working with core, casual, and occasionally freelance Technicians, and ensure good working practice within the team;
• Model positive behaviour and relationships within the team, encouraging a collaborative approach to working with other projects and teams;
• Book, brief and line‑manage the regular, casual and freelance Technicians working across the building, ensuring they have received the appropriate training and information for the work they are undertaking;
• Ensure the smooth running of all technical aspects of the building’s day‑to‑day operation;
• Work as Duty Technician as assigned by the weekly rota, being available on radio as the technician on‑call for all activities and events for that day;
• Lead and participate in the implementation of PAT Testing & general maintenance to ensure all BAC technical equipment is safe for use;
• Actively ensure the performance, events, technical and technical storage areas of the building spaces are in a safe, tidy, and in a presentable condition at all times;
• Proactively manage your time, using initiative to ensure any quieter periods are used efficiently;
• Keep an active interest in equipment and industry developments, and contribute information to the Production & Technical team meetings as appropriate;
• Ensure good lines of communication both within the Production & Technical project and with other projects;
• Attend production, staff, project and technical meetings as required;
• Allocate technical facilities and equipment for specific projects both at BAC and offsite as instructed;
• Coordinate hires and loans of technical equipment;
• Work with Head of Production & Technical and the Technical Manager to manage consumables and maintenance budgets as instructed.

Creative Impact

• Where agreed, lead on liaising with visiting companies about the technical delivery of specific productions;
• Working with the Head of Production & Technical and Technical Manager, act as the lead technical contact for residencies and work‑in‑development each season.

Creative Enterprises

• Work with the Head of Production & Technical and Technical Manager to support and maintain the Grand Hall during events seasons;
• Where assigned, and with guidance from the Head of Production & Technical and Technical Manager, act as the lead technician and primary technical contact for weddings and other commercial events;
• Attend show‑rounds and site visits to facilitate technical provision for weddings and other commercial events.

Health & Safety

• Actively ensure the performance and technical areas of the building are in a safe and presentable condition at all times;
• Ensure you and any contractors/staff you are supervising adhere to BAC’s Health & Safety policy and practices;
• Report and appropriately escalated any risks or breaches according to BAC’s Health & Safety policy;
• With the support of the Head of Production and Technical and Technical Manager, stay up to date on any relevant changes in legislation;
• Schedule and manage maintenance of equipment and installations in line with legislation and best practice.

Team Development & Leadership

• Lead by example in your conduct and approach; provide supportive line management to technicians, ensuring areas for development and training are identified and addressed;
• Show a commitment to your own professional and personal development as a multi‑skilled technician – work effectively with your line manager to identify areas for your development and training, and maintain good communications regarding your workload.

General Tasks

• Ensure all work is delivered to a high quality and upholds BAC’s purpose and values – taking a flexible approach where possible and appropriate;
• Work in accordance with BAC’s Code of Conduct and organisational policies, such as Safeguarding, Environmental and Access & Equality;
• Consider ways to limit BAC’s carbon footprint in all areas of your work;
• Be an active participant in BAC’s wider creative life, attending performances and events, and supporting the venue’s public‑facing activities.
• Contribute to staff meetings, cross‑team collaborations, and organisational initiatives that support BAC’s mission and continuous improvement culture.
• Maintain professional development, staying informed of trends in hospitality, retail, and event services to bring fresh ideas and improvements.
• Ensure that BAC’s values of inclusivity, sustainability, and generosity are reflected in all aspects of your work and team leadership.
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the leadership of BAC.

Person Specification

When we shortlist, we use these criteria to select the best candidates.

Knowledge:

Essential:

• A good understanding of the production process and theatre production techniques.
• A good working knowledge of theatre electrics, lighting technology, and electrical safety including 3 phase power.
• A good working knowledge of AV techniques and equipment.
• A good working knowledge of modern theatre sound, live sound setups, live mixing and sound operation.
• Knowledge of Lighting Networks, e.g. Art‑Net/sACN (for lighting bias).
• Good working knowledge of QLab and Dante Network (for sound bias).
• A good knowledge of lighting and sound networks and basic fault‑finding techniques.
• A good working knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation regarding technical theatre.
• High Level of sound knowledge and an ability to programme Qlab.

Desirable:

• Working knowledge of Avolites Tiger Touch control desk.

Experience:

Essential

• Experience of working closely with artists and/or theatre companies in a technical role.
• Experience of and willingness to work at height.
• Experience using ETC lighting desks and / or Yamaha Desks.
• Experience of leading a team and/or instructing contractors.

Desirable:

• Experience of working on commercial events and interacting with clients.
• Experience in fully flexible venues.

Skills:

Essential:

• Competency in rigging techniques.
• Ability to create basic lighting and sound designs when required.
• Ability to read technical/construction drawings and lighting/ground plans.
• Demonstrable ability to communicate complex information clearly.
• Excellent time management skills including punctuality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and problem solve.

Desirable:

• IPAF license.
• PASMA certificate.
• BS7909 qualification in temporary electrical systems.

Values:

• An interest in new and innovative technical solutions.
• A passion for challenging and innovative live performance.
• A dedication and belief in putting representation, inclusion and access at the heart of what you do.
• A positive, proactive, flexible and collaborative approach.

BACs values reflect the motto inscribed the walls of our old Town Hall building “Not for me, not for you, but for us”. We are inclusive and kind.

We expect all our staff to live this motto in their approach to work and BACs mission.

Terms & Conditions

This role is 5 days a week Monday‑Friday; usual office hours are 10am‑6pm. We offer flexible working where possible.

Occasional evening and weekend work will be required. All staff at Battersea Arts Centre are expected to attend performances and events and be a part of the artistic life of the organisation.

Salary
£29,000 - £30,000 gross per annum, dependent on experience

Hours
35 hours per week, excluding a daily one‑hour lunch break. Evening and weekend working will be required.

All staff at Battersea Arts Centre are expected to attend performances and events, and be a part of the artistic life of the organisation.

Overtime
No overtime payments; TOIL system to be taken within two weeks of accrual

Annual Leave
4 weeks per year, pro rata (5 weeks following one full year of service)

Probation period
6 months, with a 3 month review

Notice period
2 months

Contract Period
Permanent

Pension Scheme
BAC’s pension scheme provided by NEST

Staff Benefits
Complimentary tickets (subject to availability and staff ticket policy)
Employment Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discount in the BAC cafe (subject to discount policy)
5 Development Days (pro rata)