Head of First Shift Operations – ALIZÉ

at  Cirque du Soleil

HEAD OF FIRST SHIFT OPERATIONS – ALIZÉ – RESIDENT SHOWS DIVISION

Full-Time Position
In collaboration with the Show Technical Director, The Head of First Shift Operations is responsible for leading the First Shift Operations team to complete special projects, maintenance and inspections of the show room. In this position, you will be key in collaborating with other departments to reach set initiatives as set forth by the management team at the show. You will be key in evaluating safety of equipment and planning out the steps needed to complete your tasks.

• At least eight years of previous experience in a similar position on large-scale productions;
• Working knowledge Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint and AutoCAD;
• Demonstrated ability to manage personnel, work in a team environment while under pressure;
• Ability to lead and mentor a team;
• Professional appearance and demeanor;
• Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays;
• A Bühnenmeister certification is a considerable asset;
• A Beleuchtungsmeister certification is an asset;
• Certification or experience in handling stage machinery, rigging, and safety equipment (e.g., Sachkundeprüfung, IPAF certification).
• High school diploma or GED completion; Completed Ausbildung as Veranstaltungstechniker/in (Event Technician) or equivalent qualification in stage technology.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to: crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time; lifting at least 50lbs unassisted, etc.; Full list of essential functions will be sent in the offer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
• Fluent in English & German, both written and spoken; with an international cast the operational language will be English;
• Verification of the right to work in Germany for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group.
  As you can imagine, working with a circus can be quite different from other organizations, and at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, we embrace these differences loudly with enthusiasm. We realize that one size fits none and invite you to come create your own specialized experience with us to see exactly what we’re talking about, first hand.
  Our emotion-provoking shows are just the tip of the iceberg: laced throughout our organization, you will find creative minds who are empowered to use their voices and be themselves, their truest selves. Diversity to us means various perspectives, fresh ideas and continuous improvement of the way we do things. We won’t pretend like we have every answer, that’s why we need you! The employees here are the center of what we do, the voices behind the final product and amazing performances on stage.