Applications close 10pm Sunday 16 August 2026. Successful shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an initial interview on 24 August or 2 September 2026. We can provide a BSL interpreter if required.
The Role
Responsible to: Technical Manager, Head of Production & Technical
Working closely with: Production Manager, Senior Technician, Technicians, Operations, Producing and Event Delivery
Responsible for: Weekly Payroll Technicians, External (freelance) Technical Crew
This role will be part of BAC’s Production & Technical Team. It may be expected to contribute to a range of workstreams, but the role will primarily lead on all our P&T work as set out below.
General Description
As a Technician, you will be part of BAC's Production & Technical team, supporting the delivery of artistic programming, commercial hires and events across the venue. Working across one or more technical disciplines, including Lighting, Sound, Stage and Audio Visual, you will contribute to the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of productions and events.
BAC's Production & Technical team provides professional and supportive technical services to artists, visiting companies and community groups throughout the rehearsal, development and performance stages of their work, at BAC and on tour. The team also delivers a wide range of commercial events, including conferences, weddings, filming and large-scale corporate events, ensuring the highest standards of technical delivery and customer service.
BAC is a fast-paced, multi-use venue, with activity taking place across a range of performance and event spaces. The role includes practical technical work, manual handling, and regular evening and weekend working. As a member of the team at the world's first Relaxed Venue, you will help create welcoming, accessible and inclusive experiences for all who use the building.
The culture at BAC is a collaborative and open one. We work in an open plan space with no closed private offices and frequently work across teams and roles. We are lucky to have an outdoor terrace adjoined to the office which is particularly nice in the summer months. There’s a good culture of people taking lunch breaks away from desks and two equipped kitchen and eating areas where the team tend to spend their down time. We organise regular social events and things can get competitive at our annual sports day and Christmas quiz. Though to be clear, spectating is respected as much as taking part here at BAC!
Role Responsibilities
Project Delivery
Work as a skilled technician, fulfilling the expectations of your discipline (Lighting, Sound, Stage, or Audio Visual) while having a collaborative approach and providing help across all departments when needed.
Work as Duty Technician, as assigned by the weekly rota, being available on radio as the technician on call for all BAC or incoming events and productions, for the whole shift (Duty Technician training will be provided).
Rig, programme, operate and strike technical equipment for productions, events and commercial hires as required.
Support the delivery of artistic programming, festivals, conferences, weddings, filming, community activity and commercial events across BAC's spaces.
Proactively plan and deliver technical setups for productions and events, ensuring efficient use of time, equipment and resources.
Proactively ensure that the performance spaces, technical storage and work areas of the building are kept in a safe, tidy, and presentable condition at all times.
Ensure that BAC technical equipment is maintained and in good condition.
Promote and maintain a high standard of Health & Safety and safe working practice across all technical areas.
Supervise casual and freelance staff during fit-ups, performances and get-outs as required.
General Tasks
Be an active participant in BAC’s wider creative life, attending performances and events, and supporting the venue’s public-facing activities.
Contribute to staff meetings, cross-team collaborations, and organisational initiatives that support BAC’s mission and continuous improvement culture.
Maintain professional development, staying informed of trends in hospitality, retail, and event services to bring fresh ideas and improvements.
Ensure that BAC’s values of inclusivity, sustainability, and generosity are reflected in all aspects of your work and team leadership.
Undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the leadership of BAC
Person Specification
When we shortlist, we use these criteria to select the best candidates.
Knowledge:
the understanding of a subject or information that a candidate has
Essential:
Good working knowledge of modern theatre operation and lighting or sound.
Good working knowledge of at least one technical discipline, including Lighting, Sound, Stage or Audio Visual.
Good understanding of theatre production processes and technical delivery.
Good working knowledge of rigging techniques and safe working practices.
Good understanding of health and safety requirements within a technical theatre or events environment.
Good working knowledge of theatre electrics, lighting technology, and electrical safety including 3 Phase power (for Lighting roles).
Good working knowledge of QLab and Dante Network (for sound roles).
Desirable:
IOSH qualification.
IPAF licence.
PASMA training.
BS7909 certification.
Knowledge of Lighting Networks, e.g. Art-Net/sACN (for Lighting roles).
Experience:
the practical application of the knowledge that a candidate has acquired through working or living
Essential
Training or equivalent industry experience in technical theatre.
Experience working within a theatre, arts, events or live performance environment.
Experience programming ETC Lighting Desks (for Lighting roles).
Experience programming Yamaha Desks (for Sound roles).
Experience working directly with artists, clients, visiting companies or creative teams.
Experience and willingness to work at height.
Desirable:
Experience working in flexible or multi-use performance spaces.
Experience delivering commercial events, conferences or live events.
Experience in operating Avolites Lighting Consoles (for Lighting roles).
Skills:
the specific abilities that a candidate has acquired through practice or training
Essential:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Good organisational skills with excellent time management.
Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands.
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and overnight as needed.
Desirable:
Ability to read technical drawings and ground plans.
Experience supervising casual or freelance staff.
Values:
the behaviours a candidate should be able to demonstrate
At BAC, we expect our staff to subscribe to the values inscribed on the building: “Not for me, not for you, but for us.” This means we strive for inclusion, equity and fairness in everything that we do.
A commitment to Battersea Arts Centre’s purpose & values.
Passion and enthusiasm for supporting artists, audiences and clients.
Interest in cutting-edge theatre and new work.
Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Terms & Conditions
This role is rota'd across daytime, evening and weekend shifts and spends time both operationally and in the office. We offer flexible working where possible.
Regular evening and weekend work will be required.
All staff at Battersea Arts Centre are expected to attend performances and events and be a part of the artistic life of the organisation.
Salary
£30,340 gross per annum
Hours
35 hours per week, excluding a daily one-hour lunch break
Overtime
No overtime payments; we operate a Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) system, to be taken within two weeks of accrual.
Annual Leave
4 weeks per year, pro rata (5 weeks following one full year of service)
Probation period
3 months, with a 6 week review
Notice period
2 months
Contract Period
Permanent
Pension Scheme
BAC’s pension scheme provided by NEST
Staff Benefits
Complimentary tickets (subject to availability and staff ticket policy)
Employment Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discount in the BAC cafe (subject to discount policy)
5 Development Days (pro rata)
