Casual Technicians-Dorking Halls

Dorking Halls are currently looking to expand their pool of Casual Theatre Technicians and this is an exciting opportunity to join the Technical Team with work being available from December 2026.

Dorking Halls is a busy and thriving multi-purpose entertainment venue in Surrey who are looking for someone to work as part of the Technical Department in all duties relating to technical operations at both Dorking Halls and Pippbrook House. This will include shows, hires and events, set-ups and get-outs across both venues we operate from, as well as some maintenance of the venue. As part of the Technical Team, you will help to provide the highest standards of technical support for incoming shows and events, ensuring the best possible presentation of all activities in the venue.

Main Duties can include;

• Assist with the set up and pack down of events taking place within the hireable spaces
• Assist with venue turn arounds and set ups for events
• Assist with the setup and/or operate sound for a band / theatrical performance
• Assist with the setup and/or operate sound for a conference
• Assist with the rigging/setup and/or operate theatre lighting for a band / theatre show or performance (ETC Eos Desks)
• To act as Duty Technician if required to do so
• To personally deliver the highest possible standard of customer care to all users of Dorking Halls.
• To act as venue stage manager for incoming events taking responsibility for health and safety for shows and conferences
• To supervise touring crews using the in-house equipment.
• To follow correct procedures and ensure that all projection, technical and stage equipment is safely operated and maintained to the highest possible standards and undertake routine building maintenance work.
• To carry out general maintenance in the Technical & Front Of House areas which can include electrical work to a level that does not require certification.
• To be aware of current Health and Safety legislation and ensure that casual staff and visiting companies adhere to these and other statutory, license and fire regulations.

This post involves shift work, late night working and working weekends and bank holidays. The post holder must have a flexible approach to working to reflect the changing nature of the business.

Person Specification;

• Previous experience of setting up and operating sound equipment – (including Digico Mixers or a willingness to learn) would be beneficial.
• Previous experience of of setting up and operating stage lighting Inc. intelligent lights would be beneficial.
• Experience of working in the technical department of a busy theatre venue would be desirable
• The ability to read and write fluently in English
• IPAF 3a or willingness to gain qualification if required
• PAT certification or a willingness to gain qualification if required
• Willingness to gain further training and prepared to travel for training.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Dan Joyce on 01306 879318.