The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Transport Manager to join the team. We want you to help us deliver this unparalleled celebration of the performing arts, which brings some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.  
 

EIF is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and applications from candidates of all communities and backgrounds. Inclusive culture is the foundation for a successful workplace, this is a key focus for us across our staff, our artists, and our audiences.
 

To increase the diversity of our staff, our recruitment includes the Rooney Rule - regarding ethnicity – and Disability Confident Scheme for interviews. For more information go to our website.

Job Specification
As part of the Artistic Management team, the Transport Manager will manage and administrate the transport provision for Edinburgh International Festival visiting artists and companies whilst in Edinburgh, ensuring the seamless movement of all people across arrivals, departures, rehearsals and performance activity.  

The Transport Manager will work closely with the Artist Managers and the large team of Festival drivers to manage and administrate all schedules and transport related matters during the Festival period.

The successful candidate will be organised, have an exceptional eye for detail, and an ability to remain calm in the face of ever-changing travel and rehearsal schedules. Required and desirable experience includes some knowledge of or experience in the performing arts, working in a logistical or operational environment, strong Excel skills, and financial management experience.  

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Closing date for applications: Friday 10 April, 09:00am

Due to the high volume of applications received for this role, it is possible the job opening will close before the application closing date. We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible. 

Funded by The City of Edinburgh Council and Creative Scotland. 
Registered charity number SC004694.