Lead Lighting and AV Technician

An experienced Lighting & Event AV Technician is required to support the delivery of professional technical presentation services across a busy event schedule. Reporting to senior AV management, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring high-quality lighting and AV solutions are delivered efficiently and safely.

The role has a direct impact on client satisfaction and repeat business through the reliable and innovative delivery of technical services.

Key Responsibilities

• Rigging, operating, and de-rigging lighting, AV, video, and display equipment in accordance with safety regulations
• Providing live event support, including immediate fault-finding and problem resolution
• Maintaining and developing the venue's lighting infrastructure and operational capabilities
• Supporting the Sales team with the allocation and hire of lighting equipment
• Supervising AV Technicians where required
• Managing lighting inventory, storage, patching, and maintenance across the building
• Carrying out first-line maintenance and identifying repair or replacement needs
• Advising on new technologies, equipment purchases, and innovative technical solutions
• Communicating clearly with clients, internal teams, and technicians throughout event delivery
• Training and developing other technicians in lighting systems and best practices
• Supporting Event IT delivery, including network cabling, basic troubleshooting, VLAN configuration, IP addressing, printers, and IP phones
• Making informed, on-the-spot decisions to support last-minute client requirements

This role involves frequent use of complex technical equipment and requires flexibility to meet event deadlines.

Working Hours

• Core coverage typically between 7am and 9pm, Monday to Friday
• Shift work required to support events
• Weekend work available (optional)

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with professional lighting and AV equipment (e.g. Avolites, ETC, ARRI, or similar)
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, lighting plans, and scale drawings
• Good numerical skills for calculating loads, ratings, and power distribution
• Ability to manage competing priorities with excellent time management
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Commitment to maintaining and developing technical knowledge
• Experience coaching or supporting the development of others
• A high standard of accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable

• Membership of AV industry associations
• Health & Safety and access equipment training (e.g. IOSH, IPAF, PASMA)
• Rigging & Slinging certification
• IT networking fundamentals