Vacancy Theatre technician - specialisation Sound (30-36 hours)
Do you want to be part of one of the largest and most highly regarded theatre organisations in the Netherlands?
We are looking for reinforcement! With our exceptional (theatre) organisation, we offer a unique and unrivalled working environment for theatre professionals.
Do you recognise yourself in the following?
- I have up to date knowledge and extensive experience to work with the latest theatre technical and sound equipment and am willing to retrain to the latest techniques.
- I am an experienced all-rounder and have broad experience in sound.
- Theatre technology is my passion.
- I possess the ability to come up with creative and practical solutions to unforeseen situations.
- I am a team player and can be flexibly deployed in our theatres in Heerlen, Kerkrade and Sittard, on location and during festivals.
Then you might be our candidate!
About us
PLT is among the very largest theatre organisations in the country. We are a dynamic and successful organisation with 125 enthusiastic and expert staff in front of and behind the scenes. We bring theatre makers and audiences together in such a way that the magic of theatre can be fully experienced and a connection is created with the story of the performance or concert and with the people in the audience. It makes people leave richer.
We present our offer in no fewer than seven theatres in three theatres: Theater Heerlen, Toon Hermans Theater Sittard and Theater Kerkrade. The capacities of our halls vary between 140 and 1,500 seats. PLT is also one of the most highly rated theatre organisations in the Netherlands. We validate this by structurally surveying the satisfaction of our audiences and artists. We are proud partners of e.g. Het Laagland, philharmonie zuidnederland, Ad Mosam and leading festivals such as Cultura Nova, schrit_tmacher, Jazzout Fest and the Southern Blues Night. Every year, we programme over 700 professional performances and concerts, including a large number of unique productions that can only be seen in our halls.
PLT has a vacancy within the engineering department (19 permanent employees), for a Theatre Technician with the specialisation SOUND who has mastered the profession of theatre technology.
Job content
- responsible for the work preparation and actual realisation of performances;
- advising and making arrangements with clients/players regarding lighting, sound and hoisting issues;
- independently setting up and operating lighting, video, sound equipment and technical theatre installations;
- responsible for the correct suspension of materials and lighting at height;
- building and dismantling scenery
- advising on the purchase and replacement of technical theatre equipment;
- maintenance of technical theatre installations;
- is responsible for compliance with working conditions regulations;
- participating in departmental meetings.
What do we expect from you?
- MBO+ working and thinking level with additional training;
- familiar with various types of mixing desks, loudspeaker systems and controls, both analogue and digital.
- At least 3 years' relevant work experience in sound engineering;
- Completed training in general lifting techniques and computer-controlled pull systems is a plus;
- demonstrable specialisation in the field of sound engineering;
- knowledge of video, lighting, hoisting and rigging techniques;
- knowledge of safety regulations regarding, among other things: hanging materials, working at heights, use of machines, equipment and tools;
- ability to coordinate as well as work in a team;
- affinity with theatre is essential;
- service-oriented and hospitable attitude;
- willingness to take additional training courses.
Competences
- (technical) insight, understanding the consequences of actions;
- flexible (with regard to working hours, changes in assignments, diversity of work);
- creative (thinking up technical solutions that are safe and responsible);
- stress-resistant (acting adequately in ad hoc situations);
- good communication and social skills.
We offer
- a progressive organisation that is always looking for opportunities in the market, responds to developments and often plays a pioneering role in new initiatives within the performing arts;
- a varied job in which professionalism and team spirit are key, a job in which you can learn a lot and contribute to the success of the team of theatre technicians and our theatres;
- a challenging job with plenty of scope for independent action and initiative;
- an informal working atmosphere within a team of driven, inspiring, committed, but above all friendly colleagues, led by the Head of Technology and Building Management;
- an employment contract for the duration of 1 year, with indefinite prospects;
- a position in scale 5 of the CAO Nederlandse Podia, with grading dependent on experience, expertise and independence. (1-1-2026, scale 5 with a minimum of 3 yr experience at € 2,839 to € 3,585 gross p/month at 36 hours);
- irregularity allowance of usually 8% or 10% of the gross monthly salary, depending on the degree of irregularity;
- commuting allowance from the 1st km up to a maximum of 40 km one way;
- year-end bonus;
- an attractive pension scheme based on average salary, where the employer pays 70% of the premium;
- allowance for removal expenses in accordance with the removal expenses scheme of the CAO NL Podia;
- opportunities for self-development within your field through training and job deepening.
Apply
If you are looking for a varied job with room for independence and initiative and if you recognise yourself in the above profile, mail your CV and a letter of application that gives us insight into your motivation, knowledge and experience to directie@plt.nl stating "application theatre technician SOUND". We consider your motivation an essential part of the selection process.
Interviews will be scheduled in consultation. Do you have any questions about the position? Call Luc van den Berkmortel 06- 52 52 97 00 or email l.van.den.berkmortel@plt.nl.
Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.