Deputy Head of Stage in Whitehall

Deputy Head of Stage – Swansea Arena

Location: Swansea, SA13BX

Hourly pay: £16.85

Closing date: 13July2026

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Stage with day‑to‑day technical operations of the theatre.
• Collaborate with the venue Electrics team, Technical & Buildings Manager and venue management to maintain and upgrade the venue to a high standard.
• Schedule maintenance, inspections and fit‑ups in line with the company Risk Management policy and relevant legislation.
• Oversee external contractors and undertake regular maintenance and carpentry projects.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with the resident production team and ensure sufficient support and oversight to the Stage Crew.
• Support stage management with crew scheduling and production maintenance whenever required.
• Assist with turnarounds across ATG’s WestEnd estate, ensuring smooth transitions between productions.
• Work evenings, weekends and be prepared to work with children or vulnerable people.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience working in a stage role within a theatre environment.
• Experience with counterweight flying systems and production rigging.
• Demonstrable carpentry skills.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Leadership skills and ability to run fit‑ups and get‑outs.
• Basic metalworking, plumbing and fire‑prevention system knowledge are desirable.
• Working at height experience and training.
• Basic understanding of BMS and HVAC systems.
• Recognised Health and Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH).
• First‑Aid training.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £16.85.
• Work across a diverse portfolio of WestEnd venues.
• Opportunity to develop technical expertise and leadership within a leading theatre group.

All candidates must adhere to ATG Entertainment’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Confident commitments.