Event Technician

L&C Employment Consulting; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An experienced Event Production Technician role based at our Shropshire hub with regular UK travel. The role involves hands-on live, virtual, and hybrid event production across technology, fashion, and drinks sectors.

You will work at least 45 hours per week over 5 days, including weekends, and manage lighting, sound, rigging, and power systems on-site. Opportunities exist for permanent and freelance positions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in live events, with 3+ years as a lighting engineer in the corporate sector.
• Deep proficiency in intelligent lighting, LED technology, sound, rigging and power systems.
• Willing to work weekends, evenings, and overnight when required.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• On-Site Execution: Lead as Site Technician during live events, overseeing setup, testing, operation and strike of sound, lighting and power systems.
• Technical Operation: Programme and operate lighting consoles, mix live audio for performers/DJs, and manage power distribution.
• Warehouse Management: Prepare, test and maintain technical equipment before dispatch and upon return.
• Maintenance: Oversee lifecycle management of technical assets, ensuring gear is flight-ready and safe.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure H&S standards are met on every build, staying up to date with rigging and power regulations (BS7909).
• Logistics: Support event logistics by delivering and collecting equipment using company vehicles.

Skills

Lighting engineering

Sound engineering

Rigging

Power systems

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

BS7909 Qualification

Tools

CAD software

Plant tickets

H&S tickets

First Aid

Job description

Event Production Technician

Location: Knockin, Shropshire (SY10) and with regular UK Travel

Salary: Competitive (Based on experience)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 45 hours per week (5 days out of 7, including weekends)

The Role

Due to continued expansion, a leading events production house is seeking an experienced and versatile Event Production Technician to join their growing team. Based at our Shropshire hub, you will work on an exciting portfolio of projects for industry-leading clients across the Technology, Fashion, and Drinks sectors.

There are permanent and freelance positions available.

This is a fast‑paced, hands‑on role that requires a self‑motivated individual who thrives under pressure. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality production for a wide variety of live, virtual, and hybrid events.

Key Responsibilities:

• On‑Site Execution: Lead as Site Technician during live events, overseeing the setup, testing, operation, and strike of sound, lighting, and power systems.
• Technical Operation: Programme and operate lighting consoles, mix live audio for performers/DJs, and manage power distribution.
• Warehouse Management: Prepare, test, and maintain technical equipment before dispatch and upon return.
• Maintenance: Oversee the lifecycle management of technical assets, ensuring all gear is flight‑ready and safe.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure H&S standards are met on every build, staying up to date with rigging and power regulations (BS7909).
• Logistics: Support event logistics by delivering and collecting equipment using company vehicles.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience: A minimum of 5+ years in the live events industry, including at least 3 years as a lighting engineer within the corporate sector.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep proficiency in intelligent lighting, LED technology, sound, rigging, and power systems.
• Flexibility: This is not a 9‑5 role. You must be willing to work weekends, evenings, and occasionally overnight on event sites.
• Physicality: You must be physically fit and capable of manual handling (lifting up to 25kg) and working at heights.
• Licence: A full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Desirable Skills:

• BS7909 Qualification.
• Industry tickets (Plant, H&S, First Aid).
• Knowledge of CAD software.