Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a part-time Stage Coordinator, to join our busy operations team.

Stage management is a crucial function within the orchestra, to ensure rehearsals and concerts are effectively and efficiently set up and run smoothly.

As Stage Coordinator, you will assist the Stage Supervisor on all aspects of planning and setting up the stage for the orchestra which includes assisting with the transportation and safe storage of instruments and equipment, technical liaison with venues and technical suppliers, and ensuring that high standards of Health and Safety are always adhered to.?

If you have strong organisational and communication skills with a flexible approach to work, this is a great opportunity for someone to embark on a career with a world-class orchestra, and to develop and progress their skills within a supportive, highly professional environment. Previous experience in a similar role, while desirable, is not required as on-the-job training will be provided.

In addition to training, we offer a competitive salary and benefits such as?pension membership, a health cash plan, and generous annual leave provision. Full details of the job description and person specification can be found in the recruitment pack which you can download from our website: www.ulsterorchestra.org.uk.

To apply, please complete an application form and monitoring form which you can also download from our website, and return to careers@ulsterorchestra.com no later than midnight on

Sunday 30th November.

Applications received after this date cannot be considered.

NB. This post will be offered initially on a part-time fixed-term basis for 12 months, with the potential of becoming a permanent position.

If you require any reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage of the recruitment process, please feel encouraged to contact our People & Culture Leader, lisa@ulsterorchestra.com.

As Northern Ireland's only professional symphony orchestra, our vision is 'to be a vital force in the cultural, social and educational life of Northern Ireland'. We aim to provide a space where every person is treated with dignity and respect and feels welcomed, accepted and supported, where they can excel at what they do and can fulfil their potential.

UO welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Within this context we particularly encourage applications from people with disabilities, LGBTQ+, Black, Asian and other global majority backgrounds, and those from backgrounds of social and economic deprivation.

The appointment will be made on merit with openness and transparency of process.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 17,343.22 per year

Expected hours: 26 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/11/2025
Expected start date: 01/01/2026