Entertainments Production Technical Manager

Entertainment Production Technical Manager
Location: THORPE PARK Resort, KT16 8PN
Hours: Unsociable hours, evening and weekend work may be required

Contract Length: 6 months contract 
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum 

Working closely with the Head of Ents and Event Experience and key stakeholders, this role has overall production management responsibility for all seasonal events, managing key aspects of the delivery of product to our guests on time, on budget and with high quality output. The role will implement realistic scheduling of works, from design to delivery, continuing to manage the daily operation of the product or attraction across the event period.

The role will manage a team of technicians who will be responsible for installing high impact guest immersive interactives & attractions, bringing to life our events through impactful AV installations, scenic sets and pyro technology to create experiences like no other. Maximising efficiencies and resources and creating great relationships with contractors/ 3rd parties to deliver a unique immersive environment for guests to enjoy throughout the season.   

Working closely with relevant departments to ensure the effective management of all themed events from concept through to handover and throughout delivery in line with creative vision and brief. 
Ensuring all themed seasonal events are planned and prepared including production budget management and control, coordination of production schedules and de-rig schedules.
Overall production management responsibility for sourcing, appointing and liaising with external suppliers and contractors, ensuring compliance with H&S legislation, Merlin and Thorpe Park policies, procedures and theming standards.
Maintain existing and develop new relationships with key suppliers ensuring best service and value.
Overall production management responsibility for co-ordination of internal departments and teams to deliver against the brief, on time and within budget.
To lead and attend event production meetings, coordinating all relevant departments, capturing status updates and risks, communicating with the wider teams and ensuring actions are followed up in a timely manner.