Head of Stage - Citizens Theatre

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)

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 organisation's 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)