Coordinator, Facilities

ted; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Coordinator, Facilities

Reports To: Manager, Office & Facility Operations

Place of Work: RWS Studios UK, 157 Clarence Ave, Northampton NN2 6NY

Hours: 9am to 5pm but there may be occasional out of hours required

About RWS Global

Built upon more than 120 years of combined expertise from its subsidiaries, RWS Global launched in 2023 as an industry-leading team of four powerhouse companies—RWS, ted, JRA and ARC. Together, they form the world’s largest producer of live experiences. Headquartered in New York City, London and Cincinnati, RWS Global provides ideation, design, technical, casting and operation services to create extraordinary entertainment, live events, exhibits, destinations, décor and brand attractions.

On land, at sea and everywhere in between, RWS Global produces over one million live moments every day. RWS Global employs a diverse team of world-class designers, creators, producers and more, including the casting and recruitment of over 8,000 performers and technicians annually. RWS Studios, located in New York City and London, comprises over 100,000 combined square feet of creative and meeting spaces, a costume shop, rehearsal studios, performer housing, fully equipped casting studios, acoustically treated music rooms and more.

Job Summary

RWS Global is currently seeking a Coordinator, Facilities to serve as a point person to oversee our rehearsal studios and performer housing.

Reporting to the Manager, Office & Facility Operations, the Coordinator, Facilities is responsible for keeping the studio operations running smoothly and effectively. An ideal candidate is self-motivated, proactive, with exceptional attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to quickly pivot when necessary.

KEY TASKS

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage facility operations at the studio in a fast-paced production environment
• Monitor studio calendar and supervise turn arounds, load ins, and set ups for show runs and inductions
• Ensure compliance of studio protocol & enforce safety standards
• Inspect the facilities on a regular basis for proper maintenance and repairs
• Repair minor fixes as needed
• Maintain rehearsal studio supplies, show props & tech inventory
• Oversee the janitorial staff
• Maintain performer housing, including move in and move out procedures
• Ensure Aerial Rigs are maintained and tested regularly
• Distribution of cast pictures
• Provide audio support

Qualifications & Skills

• 2-3 year’s experience as a Facilities or Production/Stage Manager
• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to quickly problem solve under pressure
• Exceptional time management and attention to detail
• Strong negotiation, organization, prioritization, and planning skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office Suite

Company Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Company Pension
• 25 days paid holiday excluding Bank Holidays
• Paid parental leave & childcare support policy
• Computer (Mac/Windows)
• Mobile phone
• Flexible working (office/remote)
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Program
• Childcare Support Policy
• Employer Sponsored Vision Program

Please Note: While this is intended to be an accurate description of the job, this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the position, and may require that other or different tasks be performed as necessary and assigned.

Diversity And Inclusion Statement

DIVERSE IS WHO WE ARE

Way more than a box to check, diversity is core to RWS Global culture. We value it, promote it, protect it and hire it. All differences are welcome here. We know for a fact that each employee’s individual background, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, and capabilities are a contribution to our culture, as well as our reputation and achievements.

So, bring all of who you are, no questions asked.