Controls Integrator - Global Touring

TAIT; South Kirkby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life cover

Medicash

EAP

Cycle to work

Income protection

Private medical

Annual leave

Bank holidays

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a Controls Integrator to unify project elements into a cohesive system. You will lead technical work across the project lifecycle, coordinating factory and site acceptance testing and ensuring a high-quality handover to clients worldwide.

The role requires hands-on on-site work globally, travel across the EMEA region, PLC programming familiarity, and a proactive approach to safety, quality, and client communication.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of entertainment/industrial automation technology.
• Working knowledge of PLC programming and control theory.
• Understanding of basic electromechanical systems and electrical safety standards.
• Experience in the theatre and/or entertainment industry.

Responsibilities

• Configure and prep TAIT control equipment in the shop for site deployment.
• Complete electrical installation/deployment of TAIT control systems including cable terminations and rack mounting.
• Commission systems onsite, tuning automated machinery, networks, and front-end systems per project deliverables.
• Assist with programming and front-end UI development aligned with client specs and TAIT quality standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to plan integration activities with minimal disruption.
• Develop manuals and training materials to support client requirements and internal standards.
• Conduct site inspections to troubleshoot systems and implement fixes.
• Participate in the ASKTAIT support rotation for remote diagnostics and client communication.
• Travel on short notice to client sites across the EMEA region to support installations and escalations.
• Build strong client relationships while promoting TAIT’s reputation for excellence.
• Perform risk assessments and ensure safety compliance across sites.

Skills

Automation tech

PLC programming

Electrical safety

Entertainment industry

Job description

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life.With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Position Information

At TAIT, the Integration team is where imagination meets execution. Integrators are the boots on the ground bringing to life the magic behind Beyoncé’s world tour, Disney’s immersive attractions, and Cirque du Soleil’s breathtaking spectacles. From mechanical systems to show control, they do not just build, they deliver. This team ensures every system is flawlessly integrated, tested, and ready for showtime, often working on site anywhere in the world. In a company built on innovation, Integration is the heartbeat where client vision becomes reality and TAIT’s reputation for excellence is earned night after night.

Position Purpose

The controls Integrator is tasked with bringing multiple elements of a project together as one cohesivesystem. Controls integrators play a key technical role in all aspects of the project life cycle. They have essential responsibilities in project coordination ensuring smooth and effective factory acceptance & site acceptance testing. As the final step in TAIT’s project process, integration is key to ensuring a high-quality delivery before, during, and after a systems handover to the client.

Job Responsibilities & Expectations

System & Project Delivery

• Configure and prep TAIT control equipment in the shop to ensure readiness for sitedeployment.
• Complete the electrical installation/deployment of TAIT control systems, including cable terminations, rack mounting, power distribution, and electromechanical components.
• Commission systems onsite, including the tuning of automated machinery, networks,and front-end systems in accordance with all project deliverables.
• Assist with programming and front-end UI development in alignment with client specification and TAIT quality standards.

Project Integration & Technical Leadership

• Collaborate with other internal departments to strategize and plan integration activitiesallowing for system deployment with minimal interruptions.
• Develop manuals, training materials, and contribute to the continual improvement ofinternal standards to ensure client specifications are met and expectations areexceeded.

Client Support & Field Operations

• Conduct site inspections to troubleshoot systems, propose solutions, and implementfixes.
• Participate in the ASKTAIT support rotation, providing remote diagnostics, log analysis,and client communication.
• Travel on short notice to client sites across the EMEA region to support installations, maintenance, or emergency escalations.
• Build strong relationships with clients, technicians, and other external stakeholders while promoting TAIT’s reptation for excellence.

Quality Control & Safety

• Conduct and maintain risk assessments, jobsite safety analysis, and reporting on safetyviolations to ensure a culture of proactive safety management.
• Perform safe installation and functional testing of systems and components inaccordance with all applicable industry and regional safety standards.
• Maintain safe working practices ensuring compliance with all applicable QHSE regulations.

Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of entertainment/industrial automation technology.
• Working knowledge of PLC programming and control theory.
• Understanding of basic electromechanical systems and electrical safety standards.
• Experience in the theatre and/or entertainment industry.

Requirements

• Must be willing to spend extended periods traveling throughout the year, with most of the timespent on the road.
• Adaptable to shifting schedules, priorities, and cultural differences.
• Right to work in the UK.

Competencies

• Embraces the concepts around continuous improvement, coaching, and growth
• Familiarity with TAIT traits, standards of care, and leadership learning concepts
• Maintains technological curiosity
• “How can I help?” teamwork mentality
• Champions quality and excellence in workmanship
• Demonstrates confidence and humility
• Embraces imperfections in the process
• Maintains flexibility in daily tasking
• Promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace
• Having fun!

TAIT Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme with employer contributions
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Medicash health cashback plan (covering dental, optical, and more)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Income protection / critical illness cover
• Optional private medical insurance (role/level dependent)
• Paid annual leave starting at 22 days, increasing with service
• UK bank holidays

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical limitations or disabilities. If there are specific physical needs related to lifting, walking, or any other task, candidates are encouraged to discuss their requirements during the hiring process. The organization will make every effort to meet these needs to ensure equal opportunities for all employees.

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.