Deputy Buildings and Technical Manager | Wycombe Swan | Full Time
The Wycombe Swan in High Wycombe is one of Buckinghamshire's leading live entertainment venues with a wide array of top-quality musicals, drama, comedy, dance, family shows, one-night events, and pantomime. Old Town Hall in Wycombe is a smart, distinctive, multi-use space with staging and seating and its own fully licensed bar. Perfect for conferences or parties.
About this role
We are recruiting for a Deputy Buildings and Technical Manager. You will be a key member of the Management Team, supporting the Buildings and Technical Manager in leading the Technical Team, overseeing all technical aspects of productions and events, as well as managing the building’s maintenance and health and safety compliance. You will support the delivery of all stage and technical requirements for performances, productions and events, ensuring they are met to a high standard. In doing so, you will help the venue maintain exceptional artistic quality and deliver excellent customer service to its external partners and audiences.
This Job Description is not an exhaustive description of duties. The postholder will be required to adopt a flexible approach to their role and responsibilities. From time to time, they may be required to undertake such alternative or additional duties as may be commensurate with their skills, experience, and capabilities.
About you
We are looking for individuals that can work as part of a team and individually to achieve and deliver Our Values: Creativity, Collaboration, Excellence, and Respect.
As a Deputy Buildings and Technical Manager, you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for the performing arts. You have experience in managing technical operations, including lighting, sound, and stage management. Your strong leadership and problem-solving abilities allow you to efficiently coordinate a diverse team. You excel in communication and collaboration, always ensuring safety and technical excellence.
Your experience
* Minimum of two years’ experience in technical theatre management or a senior technical role.
* Demonstrable experience of leading and developing teams, including permanent, part-time, and casual staff.
* Strong all-round technical knowledge, including lighting, sound, stage management, flying, and rigging.
* Proven experience of Health & Safety management, including risk assessments and statutory compliance.
* Good understanding of building maintenance requirements within a performance venue.
* Ability to undertake regular manual handling tasks, using safe working practices and team-based lifting where appropriate.
Desirable
* Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH, NEBOSH).
* IPAF, PASMA, or Working at Height training.
* Experience managing capital or refurbishment projects.
* Experience with counterweight flying systems.
* Familiarity with ETC lighting consoles, digital sound desks, and AV systems.
* Understanding of sustainability practices in venue operations, including energy efficiency and waste reduction.
Key information
Role Title
Deputy Buildings & Technical Manager
Reports to
Buildings & Technical Manager
Responsible for
Technical Manager, Stage Door, Maintenance Assistant
Hours
40
Contract
Permanent - Full Time
Annual Leave
33 days per annum inclusive of bank holidays
Salary
£38,000.00
Job Description: Click here for Full Job Description. Details: £38,000.00 per year. Location: Wycombe, HP11 2XE, GB
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