Published date: 27 June 2025 Contract Type: Annualised hours averaging 42 hours per week over the year Salary/Fee: £36,395 FTE Reports to: Head of Production Closing Date: 30 June 2025, 12pm Interview Date: 88 July 2025 (may be subject to change, in person)Purpose of the Role:The Head of Stage is responsible for the effective delivery of all stage elements for productions and events across the Citizens Theatre, ensuring the safe, efficient and high-quality operation of all stage activities, including professional, participation, touring, hires and events, whether in-house or visiting. This includes managing the stage department, supervising fit-ups, get-ins and get-outs, maintaining rigging and stage equipment, and working closely with creative and technical teams to realise productions to the highest standards.Responsibilities:Lead and manage the stage department, including freelance and casual staffCoordinate and supervise all stage elements of in-house and visiting productions, activities, events and hires, and Citizens Theatre productions on tourOversee the fit up, changeover, get out and running of performancesDevelop and agree construction and engineering methods with the Head of Production, Head of Workshop and DesignersAct as lead rigger for flown scenery and equipment, ensuring compliance with LOLER and other relevant regulations, and operate stage cues and flying as requiredCollaborate closely with Production Managers, Designers, Directors and other heads of department to interpret and realise production requirementsAct as ‘principal contractor’ or ‘principal designer’ as defined within CDM regulations as required by the Head of ProductionTo lead on the production and distribution of all appropriate plans, sections and drawings required for each projectEnsure all stage activities are conducted safely and in accordance with Health & Safety legislation, including completing risk assessments and method statementsMaintain stage machinery and engineering, rigging equipment, and tools, scheduling regular checks and servicing and arranging statutory inspectionsLead on departmental Health & Safety inductions, tool talks, internal training and safety briefingsSupport the rehearsal and technical rehearsal process with any technical requirementsAssist with budgeting and procurement of stage materials and equipmentContribute to the planning and scheduling of technical resources for productions and events, including attendance at production meetingsLead on communications and planning relating to visiting companies coming to the Citizens TheatreLead the recruitment, contracting and scheduling of stage technical staff in accordance with company policies and contractual obligationsFoster a positive and inclusive working environment that supports learning, collaboration and respectMaintain accurate records and inventories of stage equipment and consumablesOrganisational Commitments:Carry out any other tasks required on an ad hoc or continuing basis, commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the postDrive change through action and words that advocate inclusion and equality, creating a culture that recognises and celebrates diversityBe accountable for yourself and others, in line with our Health & Safety and Safeguarding PoliciesCreate a positive working environment, underpinned by the organisation’s valuesDeliver a warm welcome and excellent customer service to all audience and visitors to the CitzContribute to activities that support income generation and fundraisingContribute to our environmental sustainability goalsUndertake relevant training and development as required.Person Specification:Significant experience in a similar senior technical or stage role in a producing or receiving theatreStrong knowledge of stagecraft, including rigging, flying, and manual handlingProven leadership and team management skillsExcellent understanding of health and safety legislation and best practiceExperienced in working at heightAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and stage plansStrong problem-solving skills and calm under pressureAbility to work unsupervised and meet deadlinesFlexible and adaptable with a proactive approach to workExperience with CAD software such as AutoCAD or VectorworksRelevant technical theatre qualification or equivalent experienceIPAF, PASMA or working at height certificationExperience / knowledge of scenery automationFirst Aid at Work or mental health first aid trainingHealth & Safety Qualification (e.g IOSH)Knowledge of current CDM RegulationsFull clean driving licenceTerms & ConditionsHours: Annualised hours averaging 42 hours per week over the year, in accordance with the Citizens Theatre House Agreement, including regular evenings and weekends, and occasional overnights as requiredOvertime: No overtime payments are available. The Citizens Theatre operates a House Agreement agreed with staff through a collective bargaining processHoliday: 29 days per year inc. public holidays, rising to 31 days after 3 years, and 34 days after 5 yearsPension: Citizens Theatre operates a contributory pension scheme (employer 3% / employee 5%)Probation: This post is subject to a three-month probationary periodNotice period: 2 weeks during probation; 8 weeks thereafterLocation: Citizens Theatre, 119 Gorbals Street, Glasgow, G5 9DSComplimentary or discounted tickets to selected shows (non-transferable and subject to availability)
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