Published date: 27 June 2025 Contract Type: Annualised hours averaging 42 hours per week over the year Salary/Fee: 36,395 FTE Reports to: Head of Production Closing Date: 30 June 2025, 12pm Interview Date: 88 July 2025 (may be subject to change, in person)
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Purpose of the Role: The Head of Stage is responsible for the effective delivery of all stage elements for productions and events across the Citizens Theatre , ensuring the safe, efficient and high-quality operation of all stage activities, including professional, participation, touring, hires and events, whether in-house or visiting. This includes managing the stage department, supervising fit-ups, get-ins and get-outs, maintaining rigging and stage equipment, and working closely with creative and technical teams to realise productions to the highest standards.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the stage department, including freelance and casual staff
Coordinate and supervise all stage elements of in-house and visiting productions, activities, events and hires, and Citizens Theatre productions on tour
Oversee the fit up, changeover, get out and running of performances
Develop and agree construction and engineering methods with the Head of Production, Head of Workshop and Designers
Act as lead rigger for flown scenery and equipment, ensuring compliance with LOLER and other relevant regulations, and operate stage cues and flying as required
Collaborate closely with Production Managers, Designers, Directors and other heads of department to interpret and realise production requirements
Act as principal contractor or principal designer as defined within CDM regulations as required by the Head of Production
To lead on the production and distribution of all appropriate plans, sections and drawings required for each project
Ensure all stage activities are conducted safely and in accordance with Health & Safety legislation, including completing risk assessments and method statements
Maintain stage machinery and engineering, rigging equipment, and tools, scheduling regular checks and servicing and arranging statutory inspections
Lead on departmental Health & Safety inductions, tool talks, internal training and safety briefings
Support the rehearsal and technical rehearsal process with any technical requirements
Assist with budgeting and procurement of stage materials and equipment
Contribute to the planning and scheduling of technical resources for productions and events, including attendance at production meetings
Lead on communications and planning relating to visiting companies coming to the Citizens Theatre
Lead the recruitment, contracting and scheduling of stage technical staff in accordance with company policies and contractual obligations
Foster a positive and inclusive working environment that supports learning, collaboration and respect
Maintain accurate records and inventories of stage equipment and consumables
Organisational Commitments:
Carry out any other tasks required on an ad hoc or continuing basis, commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post
Drive change through action and words that advocate inclusion and equality, creating a culture that recognises and celebrates diversity
Be accountable for yourself and others, in line with our Health & Safety and Safeguarding Policies
Create a positive working environment, underpinned by the organisations values
Deliver a warm welcome and excellent customer service to all audience and visitors to the Citz
Contribute to activities that support income generation and fundraising
Contribute to our environmental sustainability goals
Undertake relevant training and development as required.
Person Specification: Significant experience in a similar senior technical or stage role in a producing or receiving theatre
Strong knowledge of stagecraft, including rigging, flying, and manual handling
Proven leadership and team management skills
Excellent understanding of health and safety legislation and best practice
Experienced in working at height
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and stage plans
Strong problem-solving skills and calm under pressure
Ability to work unsupervised and meet deadlines
Flexible and adaptable with a proactive approach to work
Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD or Vectorworks
Relevant technical theatre qualification or equivalent experience
IPAF, PASMA or working at height certification
Experience / knowledge of scenery automation
First Aid at Work or mental health first aid training
Health & Safety Qualification (e.g IOSH)
Knowledge of current CDM Regulations
Full clean driving licence
Terms & Conditions Hours: Annualised hours averaging 42 hours per week over the year, in accordance with the Citizens Theatre House Agreement, including regular evenings and weekends, and occasional overnights as required
Overtime : No overtime payments are available. The Citizens Theatre operates a House Agreement agreed with staff through a collective bargaining process
Holiday: 29 days per year inc. public holidays, rising to 31 days after 3 years, and 34 days after 5 years
Pension : Citizens Theatre operates a contributory pension scheme (employer 3% / employee 5%)
Probation : This post is subject to a three-month probationary period
Notice period : 2 weeks during probation; 8 weeks thereafter
Location : Citizens Theatre, 119 Gorbals Street, Glasgow, G5 9DS
Complimentary or discounted tickets to selected shows (non-transferable and subject to availability)
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