Electrical Technician - Reading Arts
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 10 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £32,363 i £38,753 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 30 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Reading, Berkshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Reading Borough Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Reading Arts & Theatres is looking for a skilled and motivated Electrical Technician to join our technical team, supporting an exciting and varied programme of performances, conferences and live events across our venues.
Working primarily at the Hexagon, you will also regularly support events at the South Street Arts Centre, Reading Museum, Town Hall & Concert Hall and our new Studio Theatre (currently being built). From touring productions and live music to conferences and community events, no two days will be the same.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About The Role:
As Electrical Technician, you will play a key role in delivering the technical elements of our events programme, with particular responsibility for electrical presentation and management.
You will:
Work on get-ins, get-outs and live performances in a range of technical capacities
Interpret and implement lighting plans from visiting companies
Rig, focus, plot and operate lighting desks (including intelligent lighting)
Set up and operate digital sound desks for a variety of live events
Install and operate AV equipment, including screens, projectors and IT integration
Ensure all lighting, sound and AV equipment is maintained and used safely
Liaise with visiting companies and hirers to confirm production requirements
Supervise and brief casual technicians
Deputise for the Chief Electrician and Technical Manager where required
You will also be responsible for implementing risk assessments, maintaining high health & safety standards, and ensuring all events are delivered safely and professionally.
About You:
We are looking for someone who:
Has at least one year’s recent experience in a similar technical theatre or live events role
Has experience mixing live sound
Can design, rig and operate both generic and intelligent lighting
Is confident setting up and operating AV equipment in conference and theatrical environments
Has experience with first-line maintenance of technical equipment
Can communicate effectively with visiting companies and colleagues
Is comfortable working at height and undertaking manual handling tasks
Holds a full, clean driving licence
Is IT literate and confident operating digital technical systems
You’ll need to be flexible, as the role requires evening, weekend and bank holiday working, along with some heavy manual work.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave
A wide range of flexible working opportunities
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)
On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted
Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work
Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax
For more information on this position please contact Dan Bryan – Chief Electrician – dan.bryan@reading.gov.uk
Closing Date: Monday 30th March 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Interview Setup: In person at the Hexagon Theatre, Reading
Working primarily at the Hexagon, you will also regularly support events at the South Street Arts Centre, Reading Museum, Town Hall & Concert Hall and our new Studio Theatre (currently being built). From touring productions and live music to conferences and community events, no two days will be the same.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About The Role:
As Electrical Technician, you will play a key role in delivering the technical elements of our events programme, with particular responsibility for electrical presentation and management.
You will:
Work on get-ins, get-outs and live performances in a range of technical capacities
Interpret and implement lighting plans from visiting companies
Rig, focus, plot and operate lighting desks (including intelligent lighting)
Set up and operate digital sound desks for a variety of live events
Install and operate AV equipment, including screens, projectors and IT integration
Ensure all lighting, sound and AV equipment is maintained and used safely
Liaise with visiting companies and hirers to confirm production requirements
Supervise and brief casual technicians
Deputise for the Chief Electrician and Technical Manager where required
You will also be responsible for implementing risk assessments, maintaining high health & safety standards, and ensuring all events are delivered safely and professionally.
About You:
We are looking for someone who:
Has at least one year’s recent experience in a similar technical theatre or live events role
Has experience mixing live sound
Can design, rig and operate both generic and intelligent lighting
Is confident setting up and operating AV equipment in conference and theatrical environments
Has experience with first-line maintenance of technical equipment
Can communicate effectively with visiting companies and colleagues
Is comfortable working at height and undertaking manual handling tasks
Holds a full, clean driving licence
Is IT literate and confident operating digital technical systems
You’ll need to be flexible, as the role requires evening, weekend and bank holiday working, along with some heavy manual work.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave
A wide range of flexible working opportunities
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)
On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted
Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work
Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax
For more information on this position please contact Dan Bryan – Chief Electrician – dan.bryan@reading.gov.uk
Closing Date: Monday 30th March 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Interview Setup: In person at the Hexagon Theatre, Reading
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