Theatres Maintenance Technician (Caretaker/Handyperson)

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

Chelmsford Theatre is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Maintenance Technician to help keep our well-loved venue running smoothly. If you’ve got a knack for problem-solving, a commitment to supporting public experiences, and a practical mindset, this is your chance to make a real impact in a vibrant, creative environment.

We’re looking for a practical and dependable individual to support the smooth running of our Theatre. Duties include setting up event spaces, handling deliveries, replacing marketing materials across Chelmsford, and assisting with cellar tasks. Alongside this, the role involves carrying out basic building maintenance and repairs, liaising with contractors, and helping to manage building systems to ensure efficient operations.

The successful applicant will be skilled and safety-conscious with a solid understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to public venues. The post holder will have experience in carpentry, metalwork, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance, as well as the safe use of hand tools, power tools, ladders, and lifting equipment. Knowledge of building systems and their maintenance is essential as well as experience working with the public and confidence using Microsoft 365 software to support daily tasks.

Interviews are currently scheduled for 9th October 2025.

As an accredited Essex Family Friendly Employer, this full-time role can be job-shared or part-time if we can fill the remaining hours. Please mention this in your supporting statement. if you are interested. For more details please visit: https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter.

Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.