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Role:
Technical Officer
The Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced technician to join our front-line team to work on a variety of large-scaled toured events; including theatre and dance shows, rock gigs, comedy shows, classical concerts and corporate events.
As the duty technician you will be responsible for a team of people rigging and taking down large-scale productions so you will need to be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. With previous experience of working with industry professionals you will be adept at operating lighting and sound systems to a precise standard.
In addition, you will have experience of event management software so programming, operating and troubleshooting digital sound desks and lighting systems for performances will be second nature to you.
About You:
Our ideal candidate will have experience of working to budgets and will possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. You will have knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications and be able to demonstrate your ICT skills.
Use of Midas Pro Series Mixing Console, L Acoustics Line Array, Chamysys lighting consoles would be advantageous.
You’ll need to work flexibly to meet the needs of the role and the service and will be expected to be available to work on a rota basis that will include evenings, late nights and weekends. For working during these periods, pay enhancements will be applicable in line with the Council’s pay policy.
The skills, experience, knowledge and qualifications required for the role (where applicable). The individual you are looking for and what they will bring.
- Family friendly policies
- Agile and Flexible working
- Generous annual leave allowance 25 days’ per annum, rising to 30 days’ after five years continuous service; plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Annual leave purchasing scheme
- Access to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- A variety of learning and development opportunities via a range of sources and methods
- Confidential advice and support via the Employee Assistance Programme
- Health and well-being programme
- Subsidy for public transport
- Staff reward and recognition framework
Hours:
This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week.
Working Pattern:
On a rota basis which will include evening, late night and weekend working.
Contract:
Permanent
Salary:
£30,296 - £33,945 (City Pay Band 4)
Location:
Cambridge Corn Exchange
More Information:
To find out more about the requirements of the role please download the Role Profile.
You can also click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council or Equality & Diversity in Recruitment.
If you would like an informal chat, please contact Chris Norton chris.norton@cambridgelive.org.uk
Application Process:
To be considered for this role, please scroll below to ‘Apply Online’ and complete an application.
Recruitment Timetable:
If you would like to be considered for this role, you will need to apply by apply by 06th May 2024.
Interviews will take place on a date to be confirmed.