Job Description

Duty Manager - Technician (37 hours per week - Flexible) Grade LC1 26,403-31,022 pa

Nantwich Town Council wishes to appoint a Duty Manager to assist in the running of Nantwich Civic Hall and other Town Council facilities including outdoor events in the town. The post involves the maintenance and operation of lighting, sound and stage equipment.

The Civic Hall is open during the day, evenings and week-ends and it is essential that the post holder should be flexible and be willing to work a shift pattern with unsociable hours.

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience of stage productions and be accustomed to working with the public. Applicants must possess an appropriate qualification relating to lighting and sound systems.

A Town Council application form MUST be completed - for an application pack please ring Nantwich Town Council on 01270 619224, email nantwichtc@nantwichtowncouncil.gov.uk or visit www.nantwichtowncouncil.gov.uk

As Duty Manager, manage the smooth operation of the cultural facilities during the shift pattern and ensure that an effective and efficient service is given to the public at all times.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1

Direct and co-ordinate staff and resources, monitor the operation of the facility and working practices to ensure the facility delivers safe, effective and high quality services.

2

Maintain lighting, sound and stage equipment in safe working order to ensure safe and efficient operational practice in town council buildings and at outdoor events.

3

Undertake lighting and sound designs for amateur and professional shows to ensure successful productions, shows and outdoor events.

4

Design and construct stage and other equipment and provide staff training in the use of equipment to ensure efficient working practices.

5

Undertake stage and building inspections to identify faults, undertake "first line" repair on equipment and complete service maintenance as appropriate to ensure effective working.

6

Operate sound and light systems for rehearsals and productions, co-ordinate resources for major functions / display and provide technical support and advice.

7

Assist at outdoor events and provide resources, both technical and non-technical, for community use to ensure successful productions and shows.

8

Undertake stock control, including stock taking and preparation of reconciliation reports, ordering of stock, materials and supplies.

9

Undertake the full range of operational duties, as and when required, including the setting up of rooms and equipment for activities, functions, etc.

10

Oversee cash handling and other income collection procedures to ensure all staff and service points fully comply with the Council's financial regulations, including banking and reconciliation reports.

11

Monitor programmes and activities, highlighting underperforming areas and actively contribute to the promotion of the facilities and services to ensure good financial performance, including suggesting innovative means for maximising income.

12

Participate in staff selection, evaluate training needs and participate in training delivery to ensure good communications in order to maximize the effectiveness of the workforce.

13

Undertake specific projects at the Town Council facilities to ensure that an effective and efficient service is given to the public.

Notwithstanding the detail in this job description, in accordance with the Council's Flexibility Policy the job holder will undertake such work as may be determined by the Civic Hall Manager from time to time, up to or at a level consistent with the principal responsibilities of the job and in any location within Nantwich.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,403.00-31,022.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Flexitime On-site parking Sick pay
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person