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Deputy Head of Workshop

Job Type : Permanent, Full Time

Salary : £24025 – £24525/annum

A wonderfully varied position needed to make weird, wacky and beautiful things for professional theatre productions, this Deputy Head of Workshop role involves primarily working with the fantastic team to produce the set pieces and create the odd prop and piece of furniture as and when they are needed.

The Deputy Head of Workshop will have excellent time management skills, have the ability to work on their initiative and lead on builds when required. A variety of making skills are desired, primarily wood and metal working but the odd bit of polystyrene carving and plastic work, plus the important ability to think outside the box.

Job Purpose

To ensure that physical aspects of productions are constructed properly and on time.
To ensure that the workshop area is in a safe and professional state.
To support and deputise for the Head of Workshop.

Key Task Areas

To assist in managing the personnel and resources allocated to the workshop efficiently.
To cause to be constructed to the satisfaction of the Production Manager and Designer, all scenery and related items for R&D productions and co-productions.
To assist in maintaining accurate records of all expenditures relating to the department.
In conjunction with the Production Manager and Stage Department, play a leading role in fitting up in-house productions.
In conjunction with the Head of Workshop and Head of Production, implement the principles of the Theatre Green Book and champion sustainable scenery construction.
To assist in providing cost estimates for each project and to order materials in consultation with the Head of Workshop.
To implement building schedules to meet identified deadlines.
To maintain the department's tools and equipment in good working order and to make recommendations for replacements and additions.
To maintain the workshop areas in a safe and clean condition.
To maintain stocks of hardware and consumables.
Attend staff and other meetings as appropriate.
To drive the theatre van when required (if you hold a suitable licence).
To be responsible for the carpentry elements of stage maintenance.
To assist in training new workshop staff to ensure adherence to the same best working practices.
To assist in overseeing the use of the workshop by other departments.
To advise designers about the stage/workshop facilities and to advise on any restrictions which may affect designs.
To keep accurate stock records at all times, ensure that optimum stock levels are constantly maintained and carry out periodic stock checks as requested.For a full job description, please see our website.

Benefits

Complimentary tickets available on selected shows throughout the year
10% discount at our bars and theatre shop
Employee Assistance Programme – Health Assured
Contributory staff pension – 5% employee and 3% employer

Essential Skills

Experience

Proven experience in a producing theatre and workshop
Proven experience in a range of production styles and construction techniques
An understanding of the Principles of the Theatre Green Book and making productions sustainablyKnowledge/Qualifications

Financial systems
Theatre & PEL licensing requirements
Health & Safety At Work Act 1974 and other legislative requirements
An understanding and commitment to live performanceSkills/Abilities

Able to plan work effectively
Able to work creatively
Excellent interpersonal skills
Good communication skills
Staff deployment
Numerate
Staff training skills

Desirable Skills

Experience

Proven experience at Deputy Head of Department level in a producing theatre and workshop
Working within a venue with a large and active education programme
Producing theatre company and/or Repertory theatre systemKnowledge/Qualifications

Design techniques
An understanding of subsidised/commercial theatre.
C & G 236, or 1820; NVQ
First Aid at Work certificate
IOSH Managing Safely
Driving Licence

Closing Date: Monday 29th January 2024 Interviews: Wednesday 7th February 2024

How To Apply

Please submit a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) stating your relevant experience, knowledge, and skills for the role along with your CV.

For further information about Royal & Derngate and this Deputy Head of Workshop role, please see our website.

About Company

Royal & Derngate Northampton is the main venue for arts and entertainment in Northamptonshire and one of the major regional producing theatres in the country, with its acclaimed Made in Northampton work touring nationally and internationally

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