Transport and Stage Manager

The RPO presents an exciting programme of high-quality performance activity around the UK and abroad, including regular orchestral concerts at Royal Albert Hall, Southbank Centre and Cadogan Hall as well as in Reading, Nottingham and Gateshead, alongside a vibrant international touring programme across Europe, the US, Asia and the Middle East, and recording projects in the studio. Alongside this, the RPO operates the Concert Orchestra, a flexible ensemble servicing the commercial needs of the organisation for regular engagements at pop Festivals, film music, outdoor events and corporate hospitality functions.

The RPO holds the Operator’s Licence for 2 LGVs to service both Orchestras and occupies Warehouse space at Greenford until July 2027. As part of their role, the Transport and Stage Manager will be pivotal in advising on suitable replacement premises for the RPO’s vehicles, instruments and equipment.

The Transport and Stage Manager is responsible for the safe and effective planning and transportation of all instruments and orchestral equipment to venues around the UK and abroad, in accordance with project requirements. An integral part of the Orchestra’s on-site team, the role also ensures the highest professional standard of stage management for all RPO and RPCO activity.

Leading an in-house team of Stage Managers, Warehouse and driving staff and a roster of casual workers, the role is at the heart of project delivery and logistics management, working alongside an experienced team of Orchestra Managers, Librarian and Concerts department colleagues to deliver world-class music around the UK and abroad.