Technician - Fixed-term

Technician - Fixed-term

Hull Truck Theatre Closing date: Mon, 07 Sep 2026

Artform: Theatre
Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Contract
Yorkshire

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

To provide high-quality stage, technical and administrative support on our programme of events which includes, all the work of Hull Truck Theatre (HTT)

Job Description

Technical and Stage
To support and undertake duties associated with all aspects of productions (including stage preparation, rigging, focusing, lighting and sound programming, stage management, rehearsal support, ts ups and get outs).
To ensure that all work carried out conforms to the latest Health & Safety regulations, HTT's Health & Safety policy, and best working practices, especially with regards to technical aspects of productions.
To maintain an understanding of and commitment to high production values of live performance.
To act as show crew, duty stage management, lighting operator, or sound operator as required for all aspects of HTT's programme.
To act as projectionist for cinema and event screenings.
To act as point of contact on arrival for visiting companies and ensure that health and safety induction information is given.
To work e ectively within the team to deliver smooth and e cient get ins and outs.
To carry out maintenance and servicing of equipment and workspaces as required.
The sourcing, creation, and maintenance of props for productions as required.
To undertake technical design work as appropriate for community and creative learning projects.
To check show reports and ensure any relevant repair or maintenance is carried out in a timely way in conjunction with line manager.
To carry out maintenance and servicing of all technical equipment and stock as required.
To assist in the organisation and maintenance of HTT storage spaces.

Job Requirements

Essential
Interest and experience in at least one of lighting, sound, staging, rigging, or technical stage management.
Con dent working at height.
Con dent using a PC and/or mobile device.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate e ectively with a wide range of people including artists and creative teams.
Ability to work with others to collectively achieve shared goals.
Working knowledge of relevant Health & Safety procedures.
Self-motivated and resourceful with a positive attitude.
Adaptable and exible, with a calm, practical approach to problem-solving.
Desirable
Practical experience in and working knowledge of a theatre environment.
Previous experience working and supervising get-ins, t ups & get outs.
Formal quali cation or relevant experience in technical theatre or stage management.
Experience using ION/EOS lighting systems.

Job Responsibilities

To provide high-quality stage, technical and administrative support on our programme of events which includes, though not exclusively, all the work of Hull Truck Theatre (HTT) in performance or rehearsal, visiting companies including one-night performances, co-productions, cinema Creative Learning and community activity, corporate events, workshops/development projects at HTT and at any other venue, or on tour.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Technician - Fixed-term
  • Salary: £20k-£25k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Mon, 07 Sep 2026
  • Location:
    Yorkshire
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Job: Technician - Fixed-term

Job: Technician - Fixed-term

Organisation: Hull Truck Theatre

Postcode: HU2 8LB

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