Technical Theatre Specialist & Scenic Construction Lead

LTE Group

Manchester

Hybrid

GBP 24,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Well-being days

Employee Assistance Program

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Job summary

LTE Group’s UCEN Manchester campus seeks a Specialist Technician to support technical theatre and stage management courses and Arden productions. The role focuses on production management, scenic construction, and workshop delivery, with student supervision and curriculum support.

Strong problem-solving, organisation, and team collaboration are essential for a dynamic, creative environment. Based at our City Centre campus in Manchester, the role is permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) with

Qualifications

First Aid qualification (or be prepared to work towards within first year)
Specific relevant industry experience in technical theatre
Ability to work as a team and individually
Working to deadlines
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
A proactive and collaborative approach to technical support
Experience working in an educational or performing arts environment
Knowledge of AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Vectorworks and Adobe Suite
Knowledge of theatre areas: Lights, Sound, AV, Wardrobe
Experience constructing scenic elements and props in wood/metal
Ability to produce technical plans from final designs for costing/fabrication
Experience with workshop tools including woodworking and metalworking
Knowledge of construction materials for scenic construction/prop making
Experience setting up and rigging scenery and stage decking
Full driving licence
Electrical skills
Scenic painting skills

Responsibilities

Theatre Maintenance: Ensure theatres are fully operational for technical/teaching sessions.
Rehearsal Room Maintenance: Oversee upkeep and functionality of rehearsal spaces.
Equipment Management: Check-in/check-out, inventory, and ensure items are in good working order.
Workshop Support: Demonstrate equipment and techniques during workshops; assist students hands-on.
Mentor and support students on productions.
Routine checks and maintenance on studio/rehearsal equipment.
Provide technical support during classes, workshops, performances.
Maintain records of equipment usage and servicing.
Collaborate with academic staff to deliver demonstrations and student projects.
Troubleshoot technical issues and provide timely solutions.