Deputy Head of Workshop (Scenic Metalworker/Fabricator)
Deputy Head of Workshop (Scenic Metalworker/Fabricator)
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The deadline for receipt of applications is Tuesday 3 June 2025at 12pm
Interviews will be held at The Rep week commencing 9th June 2025.
Guidance
Please read the job description carefully before starting your application to ensure that you meet all of the essential criteria and are able to provide evidence in your application to support these areas. Only relevant information will be considered when shortlisting candidates.
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Vacancies will generally close by the deadline however we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants. We therefore advise candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible if they wish to be considered for the role. Any applications made after the deadline will not be considered.
Role Summary
Established in 1913 The Rep has an unparalleled history as a pioneering Repertory theatre and the launchpad for some of the most exciting talent in UK theatre past and present. Today it is a producing powerhouse with three auditoria The House 816 seats; The Studio 292 seats; The Door 133 seats as well as extensive onsite theatre production facilities: set building scenic art wardrobe props workshop lighting sound/AV stage and stage management.
Producing theatre is the core of The Reps mission and it presents up to ten productions a year of varying sizes across its stages alongside a programme of visiting productions. The theatre also has an impressive creative learning and talent development programme delivering opportunities for thousands of young people every year.
We are excited to offer the role of Deputy Head of Workshop Scenic metalworker/fabricator. This dual role comprises fabricating and finishing scenic elements to a high standard in a safe and efficient manner and contributing to the supervision and maintenance of the construction department.
The ideal candidate will have strong MIG welding and metalwork abilities with proven experience of supervision in a workshop or similar team environment. They will be expected to deputise for the Dep. Dir. of Production (Scenic) where required in day to day running of the department fits ups and assembly of largescale assembly items.
We expect this person to engage readily with the Rep Production departments shared sustainability ambitions and contribute news ideas and suggestions for the continual improvement of our processes.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- To deputise for the Dep. Dir. of Production (Scenic) as required
- To fabricate modify maintain and repair scenery scenic items and properties to a high standard ensuring appropriate hand tools and machinery are deployed throughout. Materials include but not limited to wood metal plastics and other media
- To engage readily with the Rep Production departments shared sustainability ambitions and contribute news ideas and suggestions to support our Green Book endeavours.
- To supervise casual freelance and apprentice colleagues in carrying out workshop duties.
- To ensure safe practice throughout the workshops and metalwork areas.
- To be proactive in responding to notes and actions from designers and production managers.
- To accurately interpret design briefs technical drawings and ground plans.
- To supervise the safe moving and assembly of scenic items throughout the workshop and paintshop.
- Ensure good housekeeping of the workshop areas including adequate cleanup periods and the effective storage of tools materials and scenery.
- Contribute of proposals for the improvement of the workshop departments and processes
- To cooperate with and support technical departments colleagues visiting Production Managers Designers and other staff.
- To ensure high standards of quality in all areas of work keep pace with technical developments and undertake further training and development as required
- To work to design and installation deadlines as per production and technical schedules.
- Occasional manufacturing and repair of nonscenic items.
- To support and actively participate in the Birmingham Reps Creative Learning and Talent Development schemes; e.g. Apprenticeships work placements open days etc
- Work closely with the Dep. Dir. of Production (Scenic) and other Birmingham Rep team members and consultants to maintain a safe working environment ensure risk assessments method statements or safe systems of work are understood and that they are implemented and that the appropriate training has been completed.
- Complete timesheets in a timely and accurate fashion
- Ensuring plans and scenery are appropriately annotated and marked
- To attend production and company meetings
GeneralResponsibilities
Adhere to and implement the guidelines procedures and policies of the company as detailed in the staff policies.
- Adhere to and implement the guidelines procedures and policies of the company as detailed in the staff policies (available from the staff handbook).
- Play a role in the life of the company and work across departments to develop a positive and engaged organisational culture including playing active and positive roles in staff forums/committees.
- Complete all mandatory elearning and training
- Take ownership for the safety of the working environment for your teams by being fully complaint with the Health and Safety policies rules and training for yourself and your team members including casual and freelancer staff
- Ensure you and your team are fully compliant with all mandatory training and development
- Be aware of and comply with rules and legislation pertaining to Health & Safety at work and abide by the procedures set out in the Health & Safety Policy.
- Take ownership for the safety of the working environment for your teams by being fully complaint with the Health and Safety policies rules and training for yourself and your team members including casual and freelancer staff.
- Be aware of and comply with rules and legislation pertaining to data security and GDPR at work and abide by the procedures set out in the Data Protection Policy.
- All staff are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and adherence to our safeguarding policy including a duty to report any issues of concern.
Any Other Duties
The duties and responsibilities set out should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined duties and responsibilities within the organisation which are appropriate with the level of the role without changing the general character of the post.
The postholder may also be called upon to carry out duties that would not normally be associated with the post on a temporary basis where there is a strong organisational requirement for that to happen. The postholder would be given appropriate training and equipment to carry out any duties of this kind.
Key Relationships
This role forms part leads the Workshopteam You will be managed by the Deputy Director of Productions (Scenic Workshops).
This structure may change from time to time based on business need but reflects the broad areas of responsibility.
Internal
- Dep. Dir. of Production (Scenic)
- Workshop Constructors Scenic Artists & Props staff
- Technical Manager
- Director of Production
External
- Production Managers
- Designers
- Contractors and suppliers
Person Specification
You must have...
If you do not demonstrate that you meet all these criteria you may not be shortlisted
- A high level of ability and knowledge in practical implementation of metal fabrication
- Supervision capabilities in a workshop or similar team environment.
- Ability to work under pressure while managing time effectively meeting deadlines and continue to pay close attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to be an integral part of a team but also to use initiative and work independently
- Knowledge of current Health and Safety practice and practical implementation
- The ability to accurately interpret technical drawings and ground plans
- Ability to and experience of working at height
Itd be great if you had
If we need to choose between candidates who meet the essential criteria we may take these factors into account.
- Some skills or aptitude in carpentry or propmaking.
- MIG /TIG welding qualifications
- Full clean driving license and experience in driving vans
- An understanding and practical experience of staging & rigging
- Experienced in using a broad range of access equipment
- Forklift use license/certification
- First aid certification
- Ability to carry out engineering calculations and to produce technical drawings
- To repair and maintain workshop machines.
Terms and Conditions
Period of Work: This is a permanentcontract subject to successful completion of a probationary period of 3months.
Pay: 32694.52 per annum (Manager 1)
Hours:39 hours per week (full time). We dont encourage or expect overtime however in the event that over time is worked this may be taken as time off in lieu to be agreed in advance with your line manager.
Holidays: 25 days per year plus bank holidays rising to 30 days plus bank holidays with continuous service. The holiday year runs from 1 September to 31 August each year.
Notice Period:2 months
Location of Work:Your main place of work will be The Rep in Birmingham but you may be required to work permanently or temporarily at other locations locally.
Other benefits:Contributory staff pension 5% employee and 3% employer
Noncontractual benefits
- A day off for your birthday
- Freetouse employee assistance service
- Staff ticket discount
- Staff discount in The Rep food and drink outlets (when available)
- Access to salary sacrifice schemes including Bike to Work scheme and Health Cash Plans
- Numerous corporate discounts including 25% Season Ticket discount on parking at QParks
We actively encourage all staff to see shows as believe that being part of The Repproduct enhances everyones experience as an employee and ambassador. To ensure everyone has a chance to attend shows every staff member is invited to attend press night for all The Reps own productions along with further complimentary tickets where possible as well as competitive discounts throughout the year.
Theres no such thing as perfection
At the Rep we dont expect or look for the perfect candidate instead we look for people who can positively contribute to our team. In return you will be given support encouragement and all the right conditions to grow succeed and be your best. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where difference is a strength and every unique voice and skill is recognised and valued.
For us recruitment is more than a match against a job description its about feeling excited to come to work every day and being proud of who you work with and for. We believe The Rep is for everyone so however you identify whatever your background if you feel excited about this role then we urge you to please apply.
Its important to us that The Rep reflects the communities we serve and therefore we particularly welcome applicants from the global majority and D/deaf & disabled communities as these groups are not as well represented as we want them to be. We want our Rep to be culturally informed and accessible to all so we encourage you to celebrate and share your own cultural experience and knowledge of our city proudly in your application.
As a disability confident employer we guarantee an interview to anyone who has a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the minimum criteria we mean that you must provide us with evidence in your application form which demonstrates that you generally meet the level of competence required for each competence (or could with reasonable support) as well as meeting any of the qualifications skills or experience defined as essential in the person specification.
Diversity Monitoring
Our ultimate aim is to have diversity of all kinds in every layer of the organisation and to help us keep track of our success we kindly ask you to complete an Equality and Diversity form alongside your application. Participation is voluntary but appreciated and your responses will be anonymous and not shared with the recruiting managers.
Environmental
As one of the largest producing houses in the midlands we are aware that we have a responsibility to the environment beyond legal and regulatory requirements. As such we are aiming to be carbon neutral within 10 years with sustainability at the forefront of our working practices and integrate climate aware work into our programme. We have committed to adopt the Green Book Sustainable Productions framework on a minimum of 2 productions a year. Our Environmental Working Group is comprised of staff from across organisation to become environmental champions and meet regularly to review and update our Environmental policy and plans. We are committed to exploring trailing and renewing ways in which the organisation and staff can reduce their environmental impact and carbon footprint.
Flexible working
We know flexibility is everything and we foster a working environment which is focused on outcomes. For this role you will be required to work specific hours and be present in the building to help with the running of performances. We actively encourage applications for job shares and will make every effort to accommodate these requests.
Safeguarding
The Rep is committed to safeguarding and operates an environment where all staff are expected to report any concerns about vulnerable people or about the behaviour or practice of colleagues and other people they come into contact with.
Offers
Any job offer we make is subject to:
- Receipt of 2 satisfactory references
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
- Role appropriate background checks
- Evidence of appropriate qualifications
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
