Deputy Chief Electrician

Job description

Job title: Deputy Chief Electrician

Business unit: Electrics

Reports to: Chief Electrician

Key internal contacts: Full time and performance Electrics staff

Full time and performance Stage staff

Theatre Managers and technical HODs

Buildings Department

Operations Director

Operations Manager

Key external contacts: Contractors and suppliers

Retained consultants

About Nimax Theatres

Owned by Nica Burns and Max Weitzenhoffer, Nimax Theatres is an entrepreneurial and innovative organisation that owns and operates six theatres in the heart of London’s West End – the Apollo, Duchess, Garrick, Lyric, Palace and Vaudeville.

Our theatres currently have a combined capacity of 5,000 seats and, in addition to hosting some of the UK’s most critically acclaimed and successful plays and musicals, present a busy and varied programme of comedy, concerts and children’s theatre.

We are a unique, diverse, loyal, family team founded on respect. We are here to put on great shows that people want to come and see, and deliver a fantastic experience in beautiful buildings.

About this role

To assist the Chief Electrician in providing electrical and stage lighting services for all performances, concerts and other activities within the theatre. To carry out electrics maintenance tasks when required.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Deputise for the Chief Electrician where required.
• Assist the Chief Electrician in the effective and efficient running of the Electrics department, including compliance with statutory obligations, health and safety management, building maintenance and delivery of the technical requirements of the visiting production.
• Assist the Chief Electrician in ensuring that the building electrical installation is maintained to a safe standard.
• Ensure the safety of staff, contractors, visiting company and patrons in relation to the building electrical installation and production lighting.
• Ensure all Electrics staff and contractors are operating within the Company’s safe systems of work and procedures.

Health and Safety / Fire Safety

• In conjunction with the Chief Electrician maintain the fire alarm system including carrying out regular tests in line with procedure. Investigate faulty detectors and replace batteries where necessary.
• Respond to the activation of the fire alarm by investigating the relevant area of the building whilst at all times complying with safety procedures.
• Liaise with the fire service in the event of a full building evacuation.
• Assist the Chief Electrician in ensuring the Permit to Work systems as described in the Company’s management plan are in full effect at the theatre.
• Train/induct new staff members in accordance with the Company’s procedures.
• When required, attend and contribute to both local and group wide Health and Safety meetings.

Building Duties

• When instructed by the Chief Electrician, carry out improvement works on the electrical installation throughout the building.
• Carry out regular inspections of the roof and clear any debris from drains and gutters as required.
• Provide building access to relevant contractors and oversee their visit to ensure they are adhering to approved safe practices whilst on site.
• In conjunction with the retained M&E contractor, maintain and adjust the boiler and chiller units to ensure that the ambient temperature in the building is maintained at a comfortable level.
• Carry out the ‘lamp round’, cleaning fittings and replacing lamps as necessary. To include the periodic cleaning and re-lamping of the auditorium chandelier as instructed by the Chief Electrician.
• PAT test portable electrical appliances using the appropriate equipment. Keep records of such testing for inspection if required.
• Unblock toilets and sinks as required. Contact the retained plumbing contractor if further assistance is necessary.
• Rod out drains as required in order to maintain the plumbing system.
• Adjust and replace faulty fittings such as taps, washers, flush levers etc.
• Isolate water supply if flooding occurs and report to Chief Electrician and Buildings Manager in accordance with procedure.
• Investigate any interruptions to power supply and report to provider, Chief Electrician and Buildings Department in accordance with procedure.
• Where necessary take responsibility for opening up and locking up of the building.

Production Duties

• Ensure that power supplies for the production lighting installation have been correctly and safety connected and used.
• Ensure the production lighting is operating correctly in accordance with the Lighting Designer’s design.
• Install and re-focus production lights as necessary in accordance with the Lighting Designer’s design.
• Run cables around the building as required.
• Carry out cleaning of the lighting rig as required.
• Programme the lighting desk for new productions.
• Operate the lighting desk for performances as required.
• Cover the duties of Performance Electrics Staff where necessary, including operating follow spot lights, operating the lighting desk and completing Stage Electrics cues.
• During Get In/Out of productions fulfil manual tasks such as transporting equipment, set and lights around the building as required.

Administrative Duties

• Complete the weekly payroll for the Electrics department.
• Using the Company’s purchasing system, raise purchase orders with suppliers for lamp stock and other equipment required by the department.
• Respond to queries and liaise with visiting production companies, contractors and colleagues via email and telephone.

Other

• In conjunction with the Chief Electrician, manage staff employed within the Electrics department. Duties may include rostering, holiday/sickness cover, training and disciplinary/grievance procedures.
• Attend relevant training as requested by the Company.

General

• Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably requested by the Chief Electrician or the Company.

Person specification

Essential Criteria

• Experience of working within an Electrics department.
• Experience of operating and programming lighting desks.
• Understanding of health and safety.
• A quick learner who is keen to develop and share their knowledge.
• A flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• A proactive and calm approach to problem solving.
• A positive outlook and ability to communicate effectively with their team mates and the Production.

Desirable Criteria

• Electrical Training (BS7909, CG4141-01, CG2391-52 or equivalent)
• Experience of person / team management.
• Experience of the theatre industry.

Nimax Theatres Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for employees, job applicants and customers alike. We actively encourage job applications from all backgrounds.

Deadline for applications: 21st May 2023

We reserve the right to close the application process early if we receive a very high number of applicants so interested candidates should please apply asap. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of the deadline please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.