Head of Department, Rigging – LUDO
Acrobatic Rigging

Permanent Position

Reporting directly to the Technical Director, you will be responsible for leading the Acrobatic Rigging team, overseeing all rigging staff, equipment, operations, and maintenance of the production. You will establish and maintain the safe and consistent operation of all production rigging elements for every performance, coordinating, scheduling, and planning of all departmental activities to ensure the quality of the show and a safe work environment.

Responsibilities
General
- Manage and supervise all aspects of the rigging department and its team.
- Act as the lead rigger during all rehearsals and performances.
- Work with the artistic department and stage management to support their needs during rehearsals, training, and performances.
- Maintain a safe working environment at all times by enforcing and conforming to established safety policies and procedures, including fall‑protection protocols, use of personal protective equipment, safe handling of tools, and the promotion of a safety culture.




- Ensure all departmental personnel adhere to and enforce company and departmental policies.
- Oversee the development and implementation of preventative maintenance routines and inspections for all acrobatic rigging equipment; ensure all routines and inspections are appropriately documented.
- Ensure all departmental designs, equipment, systems, functions, procedures, show tracks, maintenance and inspection logs, and special projects are properly documented using standard tools; document show evolution as needed.
- Manage the administrative aspects of the department by participating in the hiring of new employees, completing staff performance evaluations, coordinating schedules, including vacations and timesheets, and ensuring parts and supplies are stocked to meet ongoing show needs.
- Always ensure the safety and security of all acrobatic rigging equipment.
- Attend all relevant departmental and cr

📌 Chef.fe de département, gréeur – LUDO | Head of Department, Rigging – LUDO (México)
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