Head of Rigging & Automation

The Head of Rigging & Automation helps artists and creatives from all artforms stretch the realms of possibility, creating works of ambition and scale at Aviva Studios.

The Head of Rigging & Automation will work with and support other technical teams and wider Factory International teams to ensure that all our spaces, events and shows are delivered to an exceptional standard and are accessible to everyone across all artforms; visual and performing arts, live music, theatre, exhibitions, corporate events and beyond.

The key responsibilities for the Head of Rigging & Automation include;

• Responsible for the deployment and operation of all aspects of Factory International’s Rigging and Automation equipment. To line manage the core venue rigging team
• Organise the smooth running of the get ins and fit up, show runs, and get outs, planning appropriate staffing levels and equipment for the department, and ensuring that this is carried out in accordance with current Health & Safety legislation and Environmental Good Practice
• Oversee production rigging and automation within the creation and delivery of artworks, concerts, shows and events; including truss and temporary structures. This extends to performer flying, and working at height including rescue
• Liaise with visiting technical departments, ensuring their requirements are met, they are compliant with Factory policies and there is maximum exploitation of the commercial contract. Develop and promote production related income streams
• Cover the position of Technical Duty Manager on a rota basis and manage other technical departments in the absence of the relevant manager. Provide advice to all other users of the venue with regard to the safe and proper use of technical and stage equipment with specific emphasis on rigging
• In conjunction with other Department Heads plan and deliver an effective programme of maintenance (inc Planned Preventative Maintenance), housekeeping, stock control and testing for all appliances and performance related equipment in the building
• In conjunction with other Department Heads development, and maintenance of up-to-date Standard Operating Procedures
• Oversee and operate the departmental overhead and show budgets in line with company regulations and procedures