Logistic Director
DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Tour Director, the Logistic Director is in charge of planning and managing
operations with respect to the set-up, tear down and maintenance/operation of the site and its
infrastructure, especially the big top and the other main structures on site (bleachers, tents, stables,
washrooms, etc.).
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Managing Logistics department employees;
- Ensuring that the production conforms to norms and standards pertaining to building, fire and
- structural requirements of public areas, as defined by the engineers as well as ensuring that the
- audience is comfortable and has a quality experience;
- Maintaining the quality/security of the site and infrastructure;
- Planning and managing the transportation of all equipment and mobile infrastructure while
- ensuring of the integrity of the material;
- With the collaboration of the Tour and Customer Service Director, planning and implementing
- emergency and security measures;
- Responsible for restoring the site to its original state after tear down;
- Analyzing the viability of potential sites with respects to the technical requirements of the
- production and the city/country rules and regulations;
- Planning and following up on the budget for the Logistics department (per city/per year).
REQUIREMENTS
- Specific knowledge of big tops in terms of structure and set-up/tear down operations;
- Ability to read and update blue prints and designs of sites and structures;
- Specific knowledge of various equipment used during the setup of logistical, technical and
- artistic requirements of the show and the site;
- Knowledge of transportation requirements, loading plans and customs brokerage;
- Interested in touring full-time with the show and authorized to travel and work in foreign
- countries.
SALARY
To be discussed according to experience.
Transportation, lodging, food and per diems are provided on tour.