Day Shift Lead Electrical Maintenance Technician

PRS LTD; City Of London; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A major London-based entertainment venue seeks a reliable Electrical Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of shows and facilities. The role requires compliance with health and safety regulations, handling electrical and mechanical maintenance, and supporting emergency procedures. Ideal candidates will have electrical qualifications and experience in live events. The position offers a salary of £58,000 plus benefits including private healthcare and a pension plan.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

6% Pension

Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a theatre or entertainment venue.
• Strong knowledge of building fabric and plant systems.
• Physical fitness for manual handling and working at height.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Cover planned and reactive maintenance to electrical systems.
• Maintain emergency systems and assist with equipment inventory.

Skills

Electrical qualifications: C&G 2367 or 2357

Basic mechanical repair skills

Knowledge of entertainment industry safety standards

Excellent teamwork

Calm problem-solving under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

PAT testing certification

Working at Height certification

Job description

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Day Shift Electrical Maintenance Technician
Location: London
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Basic Salary £58,000 + Annual Bonus
Private Healthcare & 6% Pension
Working Hours: Includes evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Overview

The Role: We are seeking a reliable and skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to join the technical team at a major London-based entertainment venue. This role is essential to ensuring the safe and smooth operation of all shows, facilities, and supporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and venue policies
• Covering the planned and reactive maintenance to electrical and mechanical services
• Supporting emergency evacuation procedures and safety drills
• Maintaining and testing emergency systems, including fire safety and evacuation lighting
• Reporting equipment failures and safety concerns promptly
• Completing pre-show checklists and technical reports
• Keeping equipment service records and warranty documentation up to date
• Coordinating with contractors and service providers when needed
• Assisting with equipment inventory management and procurement

Please note that this role involves shift work including weekends, evenings, and public holidays. On occasion, you may also be required to work at other sites, including central London offices and production locations.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Ideally previous experience in a theatre, live events, arena, festival, or entertainment venue
• Electrical qualifications: C&G 2367 or 2357 (Electrical Installation) and NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of building fabric and plant systems
• Basic mechanical repair skills
• Knowledge of entertainment industry safety standards and regulations
• The ability to remain calm and resolve problems under pressure
• A methodical, detail-focused approach to work
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Physical fitness for manual handling and working at height

Desirable but not essential

• Experience in immersive entertainment or themed attractions
• Previous experience in high-profile venues
• PAT testing certification
• Working at Height certification
• IPAF 3A, 3B or ideally 1B

Dave Haxell

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