Senior Audio Visual Events Technician with IT Skills
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| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Central London |
| Area | City of London, EnglandLondon North West, England |
| Sector | EngineerEngineer - Audio VisualEngineer - InstallerEngineer - ServiceEngineer - Video ConferencingEngineer - Technical SupportDirectorEvents & HireEvents & Hire - Project EngineerEvents & Hire - Conferences |
| Salary | £34000 - £35000 Per Annum £35k p.a. plus benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | AV Jobs |
| Job Ref | AV29959 |
- Description
- The Opportunity
This is a great opportunity for a Senior Audio Visual IT Technician to work for an established company in Western Central London.
You will take day to day responsibility for the organisation, customer and staff liaison and technical support and maintenance relating to IT and Audio-Visual equipment owned by or hired in by our client. To ensure efficient and economic use is made of all resources, including stock, internal staff and contracted support and company assets. To assist in developing the business to retain a lead in the venue market in London.
Key Responsibilities:
▪Offer day to day running support for all technology facilities relating to venue AV and IT equipment and services.
▪Utilise trouble-shooting and fault-finding experience, to provide cost-effective and reliable solutions to technical challenges.
▪Provide guidance in managing the business facilities, in tandem with the Chief Information Officer, Head of Catering and Director of Member Services.
▪Communicate, motivate and effectively guide the Venue Teams and catering staff in matters of venue and staff AV and IT.
▪Manage an operational budget for outsourced resource requirements, manage stock and consumables and advise what duties might need external resources.
▪Take daily responsibility for Audio Visual and Information Technology facilities in general use by you, the public, clients and staff who may offer support in your absence.
▪Communicate regularly with the IT and Member Services as required.
▪Promote in-house venue AV and act as an advocate at all times.
▪Ensure all services are delivered to a first class professional standard, seek and act on feedback on the support provided.
▪Identify any additional opportunities to enhance/develop the service or equipment we provide and discuss with the CIO
▪Provide modern and innovative solutions for services and actively monitor industry trends.
Based in Western Central London Salary is circa £35k p.a. plus benefits
Your skills and experience
▪Practical ‘hands on individual who enjoys closely working with different teams, the public and clients daily
▪Can communicate (verbal and written) at all levels from VIP to ops staff
▪Have a confident, outgoing personality and be a strong team leader with enthusiasm and a can-do attitude to work
▪Has a passion for technology and expanding his/her knowledge beyond current experience.
▪Excellent working knowledge of audio-visual technology
▪“Enthusiast-level” knowledge of IT and Networking. With a willingness to expand in this area
▪Computer literate to a high level
▪Experience of managing an operation budget with financial controls
▪Organised, meticulous and enjoys working in a busy environment. Previous event experience in a busy venue is a must
▪Proven track record of managing logistically challenging events or venues
▪Assertive and compassionate to the needs of other internal teams as well as internal or external clients
▪Always willing to work collaboratively to find solutions which work for all
▪Always happy to share knowledge with other relevant teams to empower colleagues in the use of technology
Qualifications A-Levels/BTEC or equivalent Degree in relevant field or equivalent
Formal Information Technology accreditation AVIXA CTS
3 years commercial venue experience in AV/IT: installation of temporary AV/IT facilities, both operationally and organisational Commercial AV/IT departmental management experience
Some experience of:
▪Effective budget management
▪Budget setting and forecasting
▪SLA management
▪Business negotiation
▪Understanding of IT network topology, IT security and administration
▪Network management
▪Operational experience in requesting and assessing health and safety, risk assessments and method statements
▪Unified communications, teleconferencing and video conferencing
The Organisation
Our client is a thriving society situated on a large estate of historic buildings, contemporary facilities, and tranquil grounds in central London. Is a multifaceted organisation, but is primarily dedicated to the qualification, training and development of members, at all stages of their careers, in a prestigious, collegiate and inclusive environment.
The Recruiters
AV Jobs are the No. 1 Audio Visual recruiters in the UK and rest of Europe. We work with clients and candidates alike to ensure the right fit for every job, every time.