LED / Digital Signage Installation Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Lead Audio Visual Technician to oversee national installations and ensure smooth project delivery. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of AV installation experience, a strong knowledge of digital signage and IT networks, and a passion for innovative technology. This full-time role offers a salary between £32,000 and £37,000 with various employee benefits and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension contribution

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience installing professional AV systems.
• Understanding of hardware, cabling, and setup requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and carry out on-site installations of complete AV systems.
• Conduct site surveys and advise on requirements.
• Oversee subcontractors and installation partners.

Skills

AV system installation

Strong knowledge of displays and LED walls

Customer-facing confidence

IT networks and AV/IP integration

Tools

Crestron

Q-SYS

Biamp

Job description

Lead Audio Visual Technician

Location: Swindon-based with national travel.

Salary: £32,000 - £37,000 + Company Benefits.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent.

Step up and lead the way in AV installation! Are you an experienced Audio-Visual Technician ready to take the next step into a lead position? We're working with a growing, forward-thinking AV integration company delivering large-scale projects across the automotive and retail sectors – creating innovative digital experiences for some of the UK's best-known brands.

As Lead AV Technician, you'll take charge of installations nationwide – from cutting-edge LED walls and digital signage to video conferencing systems and immersive audio setups. You'll oversee installation teams, ensure smooth project delivery, and get hands‑on with technology that’s transforming how people interact with digital environments.

If you love the buzz of seeing a project come to life — and want a role that offers variety, travel, and real responsibility — this could be a fantastic move for you.

What You'll Do

• Lead and carry out on‑site installations of complete AV systems.
• Conduct site surveys and advise on hardware, cabling, and setup requirements.
• Oversee and support subcontractors and installation partners.
• Deliver system commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Provide basic programming and configuration support (audio, video, lighting).
• Support occasional service visits and upgrades for key clients.
• Help source and onboard trusted engineers in new regions.

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years’ experience installing professional AV systems.
• Strong knowledge of displays, LED walls, video distribution, and control systems.
• Confident working on‑site in customer‑facing roles.
• Understanding of IT networks and AV/IP integration.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

Desirable Extras: CSCS/ECS card | IPAF or PASMA | Experience with Crestron, Q‑SYS, or Biamp | First Aid trained.

What's in It for You

• £32,000 - £37,000 per year (DOE).
• 22 days’ holiday + bank holidays (rising with service).
• Pension contribution & life assurance policy.
• Employee discount scheme.
• Opportunities to work on major national projects and blue‑chip client sites.
• Career progression into Project or Installation Management.
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am‑5:00 pm.
• Travel: Field‑based with national travel (including some overnight stays).

If you’re a motivated AV Technician looking to move up into a senior, hands‑on position with real variety, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today by sending your CV to [e-mail] or call (207) 123‑4567 for more information.