Senior Manager/Manager, Technical Services (Show Elements)

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide Technical Management for a team of Show Element specialists, whose responsibilities include maintaining appearance, basic function and figure finish of show elements, often adhering to strict IP (Intellectual Property) of popular movies or brands.
• Lead all activities of the Show Element team, including strategy, quality, development, rostering, and purchase of necessary parts, safety, chemical storage, equipment and consumables.
• Manage in-field maintenance and enhancement where required of animated figures, animated props, vehicle foam & panelling (as necessary) and other show action equipment.
• Manage a team that comprises skilled workforce in the areas including but not limited to scenic painting, artistic finish, silicone work, stitching, limited sculpture and basic FRP repairs.
• Liaise with Original Equipment Manufacturers to ensure and maintain the best finishes and treatments.
• Coordinate and maintain good relationships with relevant vendors and suppliers.
• Ensure prompt responses to inputs and feedback from stakeholders including Universal Destinations and Experiences (UDX), Art Directors and other RWS Business Units.
• Support capital planning and future asset replacement programs through condition assessments and technical evaluations.
• Oversee quality of output, contracting where necessary, and specification conformance from time-to-time.
• Understand and actively participate in Workplace Safety and Health responsibilities by following established RWS policies, procedures, training and team member engagement.

Job Requirements:

• Degree, Diploma or equivalent professional qualification in Fine Arts, Scenic Arts, Theatre Production, Industrial Design, Conservation, Applied Arts, Animation, Themed Entertainment, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in theme parks, themed entertainment, theatrical production, film production, scenic fabrication, attractions maintenance or related industries.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams responsible for show quality, scenic maintenance, artistic restoration or themed environment preservation.
• Practical knowledge of coatings, paints, sealants, adhesives, composites and specialized show element materials.
• Familiarity with animatronic figure aesthetics, themed environments and attraction show systems is highly desirable.
• Experience managing vendors, contractors and refurbishment projects.
• Ability to balance operational priorities, project deliverables and resource constraints in a dynamic environment.
• Able to work at height and willing to take the rides, from time to time.
• Able to perform shift work, including on weekends and public holidays.