Job Title: Theatre Technical

Band:4

Location: Towngate Theatre

Contract Type and Hours: 20hrs (Day/Evening/Weekend/Public Holiday Working)

Closing Date: 15/7/26

Basildon Borough Council is embarking on an ambitious transformation journey, driven by our Corporate Plan and the belief that every resident deserves to live in a safe, thriving, and high‑quality environment. Our focus remains firmly on strengthening communities, creating opportunities, and delivering high‑quality public services.

Basildon Council is currently preparing for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), which will change how councils operate across the area in the coming years. While this transition is underway, the Council continues to deliver essential services and remains committed to recruiting talented people who can help shape the future of local government.

About the Role

As a Theatre Technician, you will be responsible for supporting and facilitating productions, as well as backstage requirements for all events as directed by the Technical Manager or Deputy Technical Manager. This includes the operation and maintenance of the theatre on a day-to-day basis, including duties such as Duty Technician, Lighting Technician/Operator, Sound Technician/Operator, Flyman, Followspot Operator, Stage Crew and Seating Calls

About what/ who we are looking for

We are looking for a member of the Technical Team who are passionate about technical theatre. They should have the Technical knowledge in all aspects of theatre and be able to operate a show.

They must have must have demonstrable experience of technical theatre facilitating and supporting large-scale productions, hires, and events. Excellent communication skills are essential as the role involves liaising with external production companies and hirers. Flexibility with working hours is also required as you will be expected to work daytimes, evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Please see attached the Job Description and Person Specification.

If you would like to be part of Basildon’s success, please attach and submit your CV and covering letter detailing how you demonstrate the requirements of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Please note:

Basildon Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults, and expects all employees, contractors and volunteers to share its’ commitment, while implementing a range of policies to prevent abuse, harm or exploitation across all departments.

We are proud to be a disability confident employer. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive recruitment, encouraging applications from disabled people and we will guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive. We value the diversity of our community and aim to have a workforce that reflects this. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures and identities, and are particularly keen to hear from underrepresented groups.

We are proud holders of the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award, demonstrating our commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community and aligning with the values of the Armed Forces Covenant.

All offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks and clearance.

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If you have any queries regarding this or any of our roles, please contact Human Resources 01268 208242 or human.resources@basildon.gov.uk.

Good Luck with Your Application.