4 days on/4 days off ‘continental shift’ pattern (42.12 average weekly hours)
£56,247.62 per annum
Based in: Covent Garden, London
The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies: The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera.
The Royal Opera House describes the place we work, not who we are. The whole is always more than the sum of its parts – we may be a House, but three quarters of our audiences experience what we do outside this building. While our Covent Garden theatre is the nerve centre, the impact and influence of the organisation can be felt in every corner of the country, and around the world.
We are now seeking to recruit two Shift Leaders to work as part of the in-house Engineering team, leading your own shift team and third-party specialist contractors in the delivery and implementation of the planned preventative maintenance and emergency reactive maintenance across Royal Opera House properties.
You Will Be Able To Demonstrate
- Extensive relevant experience with shift maintenance experience in commercial properties.
- Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services qualification or proven competence through practical experience.
- A detailed knowledge of the working practices and demands of a large complex public building and/or listed building.
- Good working knowledge of statutory compliance within a medium to large, diverse, and complex estate.
- The ability to react quickly to situations, to be reliable and resilient, to perform consistently under pressure and to respond positively to changing circumstances.
- People management skills to supervise team members to ensure they have the requisite skills and knowledge and are competent and supported through training and coaching to achieve consistently high standards of performance.
Job Description
Closing date for applications: 11:59pm, Sunday 6th September 2026.
To ensure a fair process, late applications will not be considered under any circumstances.
Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.
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Estates Engineering Shift Leader x 2 in London employer: Royal Ballet and Opera
The Royal Ballet and Opera is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work at the iconic Covent Garden theatre, a cornerstone of London's cultural landscape. With a commitment to excellence in performance and a focus on employee growth, you will collaborate with world-class professionals while contributing to innovative lighting projects that enhance the artistic experience. Our inclusive work culture values diversity and provides a supportive environment for all employees, ensuring that everyone can thrive and develop their skills in this dynamic industry.
