Deputy Technical Manager- BEAM

Are you an enthusiastic, multi-skilled problem-solver who enjoys a varied and fast-paced environment?

We are looking for someone like you to join our team at BEAM, where you'll have the opportunity to work across our whole programme of events.

What will you be doing?

• Manage the-day-to day delivery of BEAMs cultural programme, including live performance, cinema and community events.
• Support the Technical Manager to ensure all visiting productions, hires and events are adequately staffed and resourced.
• To support the Technical Manager in training and developing staff skills and experience, to create a ‘can do’ work culture delivering first-class production values, in a safe and professional manner.
• Support the Technical Manager to ensure all visiting productions, hires and events are adequately staffed and resourced, working on shows as required.

About you

As an ideal candidate, you will have:

• Outstanding organisation skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience of technical theatre, lighting and sound management across a range of live events, broadcasts and, ideally, cinema.
• Experience of working in a technical team within an arts or cultural setting.
• Ability to read lighting, sound and stage design plans.
• Comfortable with a range of technical theatre software and hardware including Digico digital sound desks, ETC Eos family lighting desks, CAD software, Q-lab, moving lights, etc.
• Up to date knowledge of Technical Theatre risk assessments and Health and Safety issues.

What can we offer you?

• Opportunities for growth and cross- department working, learning new skills and service areas
• 26-29 days annual leave rising to 34 days with 5 years' local government service
• Usage of our e-fleet during business hours for business-related visits
• Employee well-being programme
• Employee events group
• Regular opportunities to socialise with other teams within the council
• Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time
• Up to 50% working from home for eligible posts
• Free parking in our offices and select council owned car parks during business hours
• Access to wellbeing and occupational health schemes such as the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounts at council-owned leisure centres
• Opportunity to network with colleagues across councils in Hertfordshire and the East Of England
• Professional environment where your career path really matters and your development is supported by the organisation

How to apply

For an informal discussion about the please contact Steve Sargeant, Venue Director on steve.sargeant@beamhertford.co.uk.

Closing date: 20th March 2026 at Midnight.

Interviews will be held during WC 13th April 2026.

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