Installation Manager – Events, Exhibitions, AV & Graphics (Melbourne)

Expo Centric; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Expo Centric in Melbourne seeks an Installation Manager to lead hands-on installation and dismantling of exhibition stands, AV setups, signage, and vinyl graphics. You will coordinate installation crews, liaise with Project Managers, and ensure on-time delivery with safety and high-quality standards.

Ideal candidates have proven experience in exhibitions, event production, AV install, signage, or graphics installations, and can troubleshoot onsite challenges while keeping teams engaged and

Qualifications

• Proven exhibition installation leadership experience.
• Experience leading onsite installation crews.
• Hands-on with exhibition structures, AV, signage and graphics.
• Ability to read construction drawings and floorplans.
• Strong troubleshooting and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and dismantling of stands, LED displays, and graphics.
• Coordinate vinyl graphics installations across surfaces.
• Review drawings and installation requirements for accuracy.
• Supervise installers, coordinate crews and contractors.
• Ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery of projects.
• Manage deliveries, equipment movements, and schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Onsite safety

Communication

Hands-on installation

Tools

Vinyl graphics equipment

LED/AV installation tools

Job description

About the Role

Are you a hands-on leader with experience in exhibition installations, event production, audio visual (AV), signage, or graphics installation?

We're looking for an experienced Installation Manager to oversee the installation and dismantling of exhibition stands, event structures, AV equipment, LED screens, signage, and vinyl graphics.

This role suits someone who can lead installation crews, coordinate technical and graphics installations, troubleshoot onsite challenges, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

We're particularly interested in candidates from exhibitions, event production, AV installation, signage, shopfitting, and graphics installation backgrounds.

At Expo Centric, we create extraordinary brand experiences through exhibitions and events. You'll join a team guided by our values of Courage, Curiosity, Selflessness, Judgement, and Communication.

Discover what we do at Expo Centric:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yKFWj_8e3Q

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiR8qYJ2IRQ&t=9s

What You'll Do

Installation, AV & Graphics

• Lead the installation and dismantling of exhibition stands, event structures, staging, LED screens, AV displays, signage, and graphics.
• Oversee and assist with the installation of vinyl graphics, including wall graphics, exhibition panels, window graphics, and branded displays.
• Ensure appropriate vinyl materials and application methods are selected for different surfaces, environments, and project requirements.
• Coordinate the installation of AV equipment, technology mounts, screens, and event display systems.
• Review construction drawings, exhibition floorplans, graphics layouts, and technical installation requirements.
• Identify and resolve issues involving construction, AV integration, graphics alignment, surface preparation, and installation quality.
• Ensure finished installations meet design specifications, safety requirements, and client expectations.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise and coordinate installers, general hands, AV technicians, graphics installers, and external contractors.
• Allocate daily tasks and monitor crew performance, productivity, and workmanship.
• Provide hands-on assistance with exhibition builds, AV installations, and vinyl graphics when required.
• Train crew members on installation procedures, safe equipment handling, and quality standards.
• Maintain clear communication and a positive team environment.

Project & Operations Coordination

• Work closely with Project Managers, Designers, Graphics Teams, Production, and Operations to coordinate installation requirements.
• Attend pre-construction meetings to review project specifications, installation schedules, graphics requirements, and potential challenges.
• Manage deliveries, equipment movements, installation schedules, and dismantling activities.
• Identify potential issues with installation methods, vinyl compatibility, graphics placement, and AV equipment integration before work begins.
• Communicate progress, delays, quality concerns, and operational issues to relevant stakeholders.

Safety, Quality & Efficiency

• Ensure safe working practices across all installation and dismantling activities.
• Oversee the safe handling, mounting, and positioning of exhibition structures, AV equipment, and signage.
• Conduct quality checks on vinyl application, including alignment, adhesion, bubbles, lifting edges, and surface finish.
• Ensure all materials, tools, graphics, and equipment are prepared and packed before dispatch.
• Identify opportunities to improve installation processes, reduce costs, and minimise material waste.
• Conduct post-installation inspections and document completed work.

Warehouse & Administrative Support

• Support warehouse preparation, packing, loading, and inventory management.
• Monitor materials and equipment requirements, including graphics installation supplies.
• Complete timesheets, installation checklists, project documentation, and basic budget tracking.
• Report safety incidents, equipment damage, installation issues, and material shortages.

What You Bring

• Proven experience in exhibition installation, AV installation, signage and graphics, live events, staging, or a related industry.
• Experience leading installation crews, technicians, or onsite teams.
• Hands-on experience with exhibition structures, AV equipment, LED screens, signage, or graphics installations.
• Experience installing vinyl graphics and understanding the appropriate vinyl materials for different surfaces and applications is highly regarded.
• Knowledge of vinyl application techniques, surface preparation, alignment, and finishing standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, floorplans, and graphics installation plans.
• Understanding of rigging, staging, structural assembly, and onsite safety requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting, leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Willingness to assist with hands-on installations when required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight event deadlines.

Licences & Requirements

• Forklift licence.
• Own tools.
• EWP licence (preferred).
• White Card and relevant industry certifications (advantageous).
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends during exhibition bump-in and bump-out periods.

Why Join Expo Centric?

• Deliver exciting exhibitions, corporate events, and high-profile brand experiences.
• Work across exhibition construction, AV technology, signage, and graphics installation.
• Lead a skilled and collaborative installation team.
• Develop your technical and leadership capabilities across diverse projects.
• Join a supportive, values-driven company that encourages innovation and teamwork.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.

www.expocentric.com.au