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Automation Technician

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London

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GBP 25,000 - 45,000

Full time

20 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Automation Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves supporting the automation department and ensuring that all automated show elements are prepared and maintained safely. You'll operate automated systems during performances, contributing to a revolutionary concert experience. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical theatre background, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you're passionate about technical entertainment and eager to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Complimentary show tickets
Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

  • 2+ years in technical entertainment or stage engineering.
  • Knowledge of automated machinery and safety practices.
  • Strong technical theatre background with IT proficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Support automation department and maintain show systems.
  • Operate automated systems during performances.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting
Communication skills
Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure
Multi-tasking

Education

Experience in technical entertainment
Understanding of Health and Safety practices
Proficient with IT software

Tools

Hand tools
Power tools
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description

6 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT

ROLE OVERVIEW:

As the Automation Technician you will support the automation department, and wider technical teams, in ensuring all automated show elements are prepared and maintained in a safe and consistent manner, ensuring systems remain compliant with relevant statutory regulations and industry best practice. In addition, you will operate the automated show systems during performances, on rotation.

ABOUT YOU:

  • A minimum of two years’ experience in large scale technical entertainment and/or experience in stage engineering and show control systems
  • A desire to learn and develop new skills for both personal and professional development
  • An understanding of control and maintenance of automated machinery that can cause harm to others if maintained and operated incorrectly
  • Working knowledge of current and relevant Health and Safety practices
  • Able to prioritize, multi-task, and work quickly and accurately with attention to detail, maintaining a positive attitude in fast-paced environments
  • Comfortable working under pressure, both independently and as part of a team
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Take a calm and practical approach to technical troubleshooting
  • Ability to work at height and to climb using fall arrest systems
  • Confident working with hand and power tools
  • Strong all-round technical theatre background
  • Proficient with IT software including Microsoft office, especially Excel and Word

DESIRABLE BUT NOT ESSENTIAL:

  • Strong working knowledge of show automation systems including, but not limited to, console operation and programming, axis testing, drive repair etc
  • Experience in stage management roles
  • Rigging experience, including familiarity with fall protection systems
  • Familiarity with and ability to interpret Technical Drawings e.g. AutoCAD
  • First Aid at Work
  • IPAF 3A, 3B and 1B certification

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

  • The opportunity to be part of a revolutionary concert
  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • Complimentary show tickets

HOW TO APPLY:

Please read the full job description attached and if you’re confident you meet the criteria, please apply with an up-to-date CV to jobs@abbavoyage.com along with a few paragraphs (no more than 500 words) outlining why the role interests you and what you will bring to ABBA Voyage.

More about ABBA Voyage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OE8aSnhzTfQ

ABBA Voyage welcomes applications from all sections of society. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of disability, citizenship, marital, domestic, or civil partnership status, or any other basis as protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional needs that require accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know at the point of application.

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