Senior Technician

Senior Technician

Queens Theatre Hornchurch Closing date: Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Artform: Theatre
Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Permanent
London

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Due to the continued success of the theatre and recent growth, we are seeking a second Senior Technician to complement our growing team.

Job Description

This role will share responsibilities for leading the delivery of the highest standards in technical operations for Queen's Theatre productions, visiting companies, and hirers - in a friendly, welcoming, and highly professional manner.

Job Requirements

Essential

  • Proven technical theatre experience across multiple disciplines (lighting, sound, stage, video, rigging).
  • Demonstrable knowledge of either counterweight flying, Digico Mixing Consoles & QLab, ETC EOS consoles or other Lighting Systems.
  • Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and its application in a live performance environment.
  • Confident in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting technical equipment.
  • Experience supporting get-ins, fit-ups, rehearsals, and get-outs.
  • Ability to work independently and take responsibility as Duty Technician during live events.
  • Good time management and organisational skills; capable of managing own workload & time, meeting deadlines, and adjusting to changing priorities.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with colleagues, visiting companies and creatives.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Comfortable using technical systems and software for equipment operation, documentation and planning.

Job Responsibilities

*Please view our our job pack and JD for full job requirements.*

  • To support the Technical Manager in the strategic planning, scheduling, and delivery of all technical operations across productions and events.
  • To support the staging needs of produced shows, visiting companies and hirers, Community projects and community groups with skill and care, representing the technical department with professionalism and clarity.
  • To take a senior role in managing get-ins, fit-ups, technical rehearsals, and get-outs, delegating tasks and supervising other technicians to ensure efficient and safe workflows.
  • To take responsibility for the maintenance, safe operation, and readiness of all technical systems and equipment, including light, sound, video, rigging, and stage machinery.
  • To mentor, guide, and support Junior Technicians, Technicians and casual staff, promoting continuous learning and high standards of technical practice.

*Please view our our job pack and JD for full job requirements.*

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Senior Technician
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 30 Mar 2026
  • Location:
    London
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Job: Senior Technician

Job: Senior Technician

Organisation: Queens Theatre Hornchurch

Postcode: RM11 1QT

How to Apply

Application Deadline: 
Monday 30th March at 9am
Interviews:
First interview (remote via MS Teams): W/C 13th April 26.
Second interview (in-person at QTH): W/C 20th April 26.

To Submit Your Application:  Fill in our Application form and Equal Opportunities form at:
www.queens-theatre.co.uk/about-us/qrecruit/
(Applications by CV cannot be considered)

For assistance:
Please contact [email protected]

Queen’s theatre Hornchurch is committed to offering training, mentoring and coaching support to the right candidates who may need to develop skills in areas of the person specification. This can be discussed further at interview stage.