About this role
REQ14722 Operation Technician (Open Date: 03/06/2026)
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Manager and Assistant Head of Rigging, the Operation Technician is responsible to learn and execute all rigging show tracks, perform maintenance/inspections and to support the technical needs of other departments.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assemble, construct, maintain and operate all rigging equipment as needed for training, special events, rehearsals and performances. • Support the technical needs of all other departments. • Learn and diligently execute all rigging show tracks, perform maintenance/ inspections. • Assist with the rigging of overhead stage equipment including lighting, sound, automation, scenery and props during rehearsals, maintenance and performances; • Create relationships of trust with all aerial artists. Train them in the safe use of the rigging materials and all types of work, safety and performance harnesses. • Maintain a safe working environment by conforming to all established safety policies and procedures; participate in all required safety classes and emergency rescue procedure training; • Maintain a flexible schedule for work calls, special events, rehearsals, training, maintenance and evening show performances; • Develop a thorough knowledge of all rigging equipment specific to The House of Dancing Water show in order to operate and maintain mechanized and manual rigging equipment safely; • Assist with the establishment of a safe working environment at all times and conform to all safety standards; • Support the rotation of work schedules for work calls, training, maintenance and performances; • Participate in the regular inspection of all installations. • Support the artists at all times by assisting and guiding their interactions with all scenery and prop elements; • Adhere to all company policies and procedures • Report accidents, injuries and unsafe work conditions to superiors and relevant departments • Perform other reasonable job duties as assigned by Manager, Property Services and Assistant Head from time to time
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience:
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a professional stage Rigger . Education:
• College diploma in related field
Skills / Competencies:
• Certified rope access technician (SPRAT, IRATA etc.). (Desired but not essential as training will be given). • Experience as an acrobatic and/or theatrical rigger. • Fluent in English (Written, Spoken) is required. • Fluent in Cantonese is a plus. • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office suite, knowledge of File-Maker Database software