Audio Visual Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks an AV Engineer in Leeds, responsible for installing and commissioning AV systems, troubleshooting, and providing customer service. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in the AV industry, strong technical knowledge, and a full driving licence. This role also requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work well under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the AV industry.
• Full, clean driving licence required.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission AV systems including projection and video walls.
• Maintain professional communication with customers.
• Collaborate with project managers and report to the operations team.

Skills

Technical knowledge in AV systems

IT and networking skills

Attention to detail

Customer-focused mindset

Leadership skills

Job description

AUDIO VISUAL ENGINEER

CORPORATE / RETAIL

LEEDS AREA

£32,000 TO £38,000 PER ANNUM

Our client is a leading provider of cutting‑edge audio‑visual solutions, specialising in delivering exceptional projects across the retail, corporate, and leisure industries. They are seeking a skilled and experienced AV Engineer to take a key role in preparing, installing, and commissioning AV systems throughout the UK. This position also includes supporting their maintenance services, with several SLAs in place, ensuring continued excellence for their clients.

Role Overview

As an AV Engineer, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team, leveraging your expertise to deliver high‑quality installations, troubleshoot technical issues, and provide exceptional on‑site customer service. You will also mentor team members, sharing your knowledge to enhance overall team performance.

Core Responsibilities

• Install and commission AV systems, including projection, video walls, internal and external LED displays, and digital signage solutions.
• Configure and maintain LED displays using Novastar software.
• Set up and troubleshoot CMS software and audio systems.
• Diagnose, repair, and implement fixes for AV systems in line with high‑quality standards.
• Accurately record project details and updates.
• Suggest improvements in products, techniques, and processes to enhance service delivery.
• Maintain professional communication with customers, addressing issues knowledgeably and courteously.
• Collaborate with project managers and report to the operations team.

Key Skills and Requirements

• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to effectively diagnose and resolve faults.
• Solid IT and networking skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and quality control.
• Proven customer‑focused mindset, with the ability to understand and meet client expectations.
• Leadership skills to supervise and guide team members as needed.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in the AV industry, ideally in projection, video walls, LED displays, digital signage, and CMS software.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.
• A full, clean driving licence is essential.

Candidate Profile

• Flexible and adaptable, able to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high standards.
• Proactive, with a desire to contribute to process and product improvements.
• Effective communicator who can liaise confidently with colleagues and customers.
• Self‑motivated and organised, capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to (url removed) or you can call on (phone number removed) # 207.

Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an employment business for this vacancy.

We thank all applicants who respond, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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