One Day - Head of Automation

One Day - Head of Automation

Melting Pot Closing date: Fri, 31 Jul 2026

Artform: Theatre
Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Contract
London
  • Full time
  • £30k-£40k

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Melting Pot are looking for a Head of Automation for the West End production of One Day, opening at the Garrick Theatre later this year.

Job Description

Job Title: Head of Automation
Production: One Day
Location: Garrick Theatre
Start Date: TBC (potential Monday 5th October, but to be discussed at interview)
Responsible to: Company Manager, General Manager
Salary: 2026-2027 SOLT/BECTU Minimum (Category C Theatre)
plus overtime & additional payments as applicable.

Schedule:

Rehearsals from Monday 5th October 2026
Get In from Monday 2nd November 2026
Technical Rehearsals from Monday 9th November 2026
First Preview - Tuesday 17th November 2026
Press Night - Thursday 10th December 2026

During previews, the performance schedule will be Monday - Saturday.

From w/c 1st December 2026, the performance schedule will be Tuesday-Sunday. This will include Thursday and Saturday matinees, with Sunday performances at 3pm. There are select two show Sundays (with performances at 2pm and 7pm) scheduled. Please note there are variations to the regular schedule over the Christmas and New Year period.

A full performance schedule will be supplied at point of contract.

Job Requirements

The Head of Automation is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all automation equipment on the show.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: One Day - Head of Automation
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Fri, 31 Jul 2026
  • Location:
    London
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Job: One Day - Head of Automation

Job: One Day - Head of Automation

Organisation: Melting Pot

Postcode: WC2N 4AU

How to Apply

Please submit your CV to [email protected] . Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.