Head Mechanist
Crossroads Live Closing date: Fri, 20 Nov 2026
- Full time
- £40k-£50k
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
The Head Mechanist is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of all stage elements and the smooth running of the Mechanist department, including supervision of all Mechanist staff and covering other departments as required.
Job Requirements
Deliver and reproduce the creative aspiration of the Set Designer and associate team in each venue on the tour.
Develop a thorough knowledge of all, scenic and property elements to ensure safe operation including automated scenery.
Perform routine function and safety checks in line with the productions health and safety policies and risk assessments.
Help maintain the paint work finish of the set as per the final design.
Oversee a department of stage/carp/mech assistants.
Monitor and maintain all equipment and supply levels necessary to undertake regular touch ups and repairs.
Run the stage bump in/out, as directed by Production Management, mark up, ground rigging support and automation through tech and rehearsals and loading containers/trucks as required.
Cover stage plots and stage management tracks as required.
Support the rigging and automation department through bump in/out and oversee these departments during performance weeks
Job Responsibilities
Carry out cues as required, coordinating, and setting scenic and property elements in a safe and consistent manner for performances, rehearsal and maintenance operations.
Assist with loading and unloading of trucks and containers and ensure set pieces are properly secured before transit.
Undertake Carp stand-by duties as per rota.
Perform Automation operator duties and provide additional cover
Where required, manage the local crew effectively and ensure they comply with the production's H&S working practices.
Present a CDM in each new venue (Toolbox talk) outlining safe working methods to construct the set and staging.
Provide a carnet list for any overseas engagements if required.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Head Mechanist
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours: Full time
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Fri, 20 Nov 2026
- Location: International
How to Apply
If you would like to be considered, please submit your CV to [email protected] stating the role you would like to be considered for in the email subject line. Please send CVs by Friday 20th November 2026 at Midday.
We are not always able to respond to all individuals.
Crossroads Live are committed to reflecting the cultural and social diversity in society and so are keen to encourage company members of culturally diverse background.
- Contact name: Recruitment
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Crossroads Live
Crossroads Live brings together some of the world’s top producers of live entertainment under one banner. Our global touring platform ensures the best-loved theatre titles from the West End and Broadway can be embraced by audiences throughout the UK, Europe, the US, Australia, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Mainland China, and India. The Crossroads Live pantomime division is the biggest producer of pantomimes in the world.