Assistant Manager, Technical Production Live Entertainment

Scottish Event Campus (SEC); Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events venue in Scotland is seeking an Assistant Manager, Technical Production to oversee technical and production aspects of live entertainment events. The ideal candidate will have experience in event production, strong technical knowledge, and organizational skills. This role requires flexible working hours including evenings and weekends. Join us to be part of memorable live experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in live event technical operations or venue production management.
• A solid understanding of rigging, staging, and AV requirements.
• Confident in supervising crews and communicating with clients and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of live entertainment events.
• Supervise load-ins, setups, and de-rigs to uphold technical standards.
• Schedule work programmes for technical staff and contractors.

Skills

Event production requirements

Technical operations

Supervision of crews

Health and safety protocols

Planning systems

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Manager, Technical Production - Live Entertainmentt Location: Scottish Event Campus (SEC), Glasgow Reports To: Technical Production Manager, Live Entertainment Closing Date: 22nd August 2025

About Us

The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) - comprising the SEC Centre, SEC Armadillo and The OVO Hydro - is Scotland's premier venue for events, concerts, conferences and exhibitions. With over 2 million visitors annually and a reputation for world-class events, the SEC is home to some of the biggest and most memorable live entertainment experiences in the UK.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Assistant Manager, Technical Production to join our team.

If you thrive in a fast-paced live events environment, bring strong technical knowledge and a passion for exceptional delivery, wed love to hear from you.

Role Summary

As Assistant Manager, Technical Production, youll play a vital role in delivering the technical and production elements of our live entertainment programme. Working within the Technical & Production Team, youll help plan and coordinate technical resources, supervise setups and de-rigs, and support ongoing maintenance of equipment and infrastructure.

This hands-on role combines operational oversight with administrative support contributing to work schedules, managing stock and consumables, raising purchase orders, and maintaining clear communication across internal and external teams. Youll help ensure every event runs smoothly, safely, and to the highest professional standard.

This position involves flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, in line with event requirements. Nightshift/overnight work may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of live entertainment events from a technical and production perspective.
• Supervise load-ins, setups, and de-rigs to ensure technical standards and safety procedures are upheld.
• Schedule work programmes for technical staff and contractors, ensuring appropriate resources are in place.
• Monitor and maintain technical stock levels, including consumables, seating parts, tools and equipment.
• Assist with the populating of rotas and schedules for Technical Managers and Operatives.
• Help deliver the planned maintenance schedule, coordinating and tracking repair work and asset care.
• Ensure risk assessments and safe systems of work are in place and followed across all technical activities.
• Maintain tidy and organised storage areas across the whole SEC campus.
• Raise purchase orders and track spend in line with departmental processes.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless communication and exceptional event delivery.
  
  

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in live event technical operations or venue production management.
• A solid understanding of event production requirements, including rigging, staging and AV.
• Confident in supervising crews and communicating with clients and contractors.
• Well-organised, with experience using planning systems and coordinating resources.
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols relevant to live events and technical environments.
• Positive, adaptable and solution-oriented with a passion for delivering outstanding experiences.
  
  

Join us and become part of a passionate team behind some of the UKs biggest and most exciting live entertainment events.

Does this sound like the role for you?

Please send your CV and covering letter, outlining your skills and experience, our way to

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