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Technical Director

We are looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our already world-class team. 

This is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly iconic and really make your mark. 

If you’d like to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you!  
  • CONTRACT TERM: Permanent  
  • LOCATION: ABBA Arena; 1 Pudding Mill Lane, London, E15 2RU 
  • REPORTING TO: Show General Manager – London 
  • DIRECT REPORTS: Deputy Technical Director 
  • RESPONSIBLE FOR: All technical production staff  
  • HOURS: Full-time - this role will involve working public holidays, evenings & weekends 

ABOUT US: 
ABBA Voyage is a concert like no other, blending cutting-edge technology, spectacular lighting, and some of the most beloved songs ever written. Since the custom-built arena opened in May 2022, the show has been astounding and delighting thousands of visitors from across the world. But as we continue to build on the success of the London show and with rapidly expanding growth plans, the journey is only getting started. 

See what audiences have been saying about the show.

ROLE OVERVIEW: 
As Technical Director you will lead show operations teams to ensure the technical functions deliver a safe, efficient and world leading operation, driving and maintaining outstanding show quality. 

Responsibilities include managing contracts, budgets, scheduling & resource planning. You will oversee the relationship with our subcontracted production partner - providing staffing & equipment for lighting, audio & video. 

In collaboration with the Resident Artistic Director, artistic and stage management teams, you will uphold outstanding show quality. 

Together with the site services & visitor operations teams you’ll ensure exceptionally high standards in visitor experience are maintained & improved on. 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
OPERERATIONAL
  • Lead technical production, ensuring compliance with show standards set by the creative producers
  • Manage external supplier/vendor relationships and contracts
  • Solely manage activity across the ABBA Arena site, ensuring equipment and staffing are sufficient and able work safely and with excellence
  • Collaborate with the Resident Artistic Director and Production Stage Manager to maintain outstanding show artistic quality
  • Ensure venue safety and excellent venue presentation alongside the site teams. • Oversee equipment planning and procurement
  • Investigate and report technical issues affecting show quality
  • Provide logistical support, including international shipping, customs documentation and on-site equipment as needed. 

FINANCIAL & COMPLIANCE
  • Manage the budget for show technical operations, with the Finance team
  • Optimise resource allocation and identify revenue opportunities
  • Encourage and nurture a proactive approach to risk, health and safety across technical operations
  • Maintain technical documentation and standards
  • Implement compliance training as and when needed.  

LEADERSHIP
  • Lead and guide all technical staff through clear goals for performance & development
  • Contribute to production’s strategic planning
  • Foster a diverse and collaborative work environment
  • Identify and nurture potential leaders across the team
  • Fulfil Director-level duties on site, including management shifts, internal and external meeting
  • On occasion, this role may be required to work at other locations including, but not limited to our central London office & other production sites. 

ABOUT YOU:
  • Extensive leadership experience in large-scale entertainment production
  • Proven ability to lead diverse teams across multiple work environments
  • Comprehensive knowledge of health and safety regulations
  • Strong operational analysis and improvement skills
  • Able to prioritise, multi-task with accuracy, maintaining a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
  • Competence & confidence to lead, coach & nurture talent
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Take a calm & practical approach to issue resolution
  • Proficient in MS Office and CAD software or similar.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
  • The opportunity to be part of a revolutionary concert
  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme
  • 6% matching pension contributions 
  • 10 complimentary tickets to the show every year, and discount tickets and Oceanbird Lounge access
  • Health Care Cash Plan, EAP and retail discounts.

HOW TO APPLY:  Please send an up-to-date CV to jobs@abbavoyage.com.