Maintenance Technician

Co-op Live!; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading live entertainment venue in Manchester is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the venue's electrical systems run smoothly. The ideal candidate will have expertise in electrical systems, strong problem-solving skills, and experience in technical building maintenance. This role offers a salary up to £35,000, benefits including private health care, and a commitment to inclusivity and diversity in the workplace.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employer pension scheme

Private Health Care scheme – Vitality

Life Assurance 4 × basic salary

Eyecare vouchers

WeCare Employee Assistance Programme

Company sick pay scheme

Enhanced family-friendly benefits

Office fruit & snacks

Team social events

Qualifications

• Experience working with Electrical and/or Technical building systems.
• Solid understanding of the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• IOSH Working Safely qualification or other Health & Safety certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee the venue’s electrical systems and compliance with safety regulations.
• Perform general maintenance while supporting facilities management tasks.
• Quickly resolve issues during live events to ensure seamless operations.

Skills

Electrical systems expertise

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Experience with Electrical and/or Technical building systems

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

CAFM systems

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

About the Venue

We connect with up to 23,500 fans per show, Co‑op Live continues to attract world‑class talent and events, drawing comparisons to and surpassing the world’s greatest live entertainment venues in show programming, sound, fan experience, premium hospitality, food and beverage, and more. The UK’s largest live‑entertainment arena is driven by a dedicated team of music and live event lovers, passionate about offering every visitor, fan, artist, and partner an unrivalled experience, before, during and after every event, as well as giving back to our local community and our planet. Partnership is at our heart, with Co‑op Live excelling through meaningful alliances with the likes of naming rights partner Co‑op, united by a joint vision to be the very best. The first venue in the UK for owners and operators Oak View Group (OVG), Co‑op Live spearheads expansion into Europe and rest of world, a jewel in the crown of a globally renowned portfolio.

Role Purpose

We’re on the lookout for a Maintenance Technician to step into the heart of Europe’s number one live entertainment destination and keep us brilliantly and electrically alive!

At Co‑op Live, we’re building an experience that’s bigger, bolder, and more electrifying, and our team of facilities maintenance professionals is central to making that happen. As an electrically biased Maintenance Technician, you’ll be joining a passionate crew who thrive on high standards, fast pace, and the thrill of powering unforgettable moments for fans and artists from all over the world.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of the venue’s electrical heartbeat, keeping our building’s vital systems safe, efficient, and performance‑ready at all times.
• Support periodic planned maintenance tasks (e.g., fire alarm, water outlets, AHU filters, emergency lighting), while tackling fault‑finding, repairs, and installations with confidence and precision.
• Provide electrical expertise to support wider technical systems, including HVAC and water systems, ensuring every part of the venue operates safely and flawlessly.
• Bring sharp diagnostic skills to complex mechanical and electrical challenges, and roll up your sleeves for general maintenance with a true “whatever it takes” attitude, supporting colleagues across joinery, plumbing, and broader engineering tasks.
• Mentor maintenance engineers through our technical systems and support the Facilities Manager in onboarding new team members so everyone hits the ground running.
• Ensure compliance with BS 7671, Electricity at Work Regulations, HSE ACoPs guidance, and venue processes, overseeing installation, testing, commissioning of electrical systems and specialist contractor activity.
• During live events, resolve issues quickly to keep every show running seamlessly, and support improvement projects with technical knowledge, while keeping our venue presentation sharp and spectacular.

What Co‑op Live will give to you!

Salary: Up to £35,000 + Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Employer pension scheme
• Private Health Care scheme – Vitality
• Life Assurance 4 × basic salary
• Eyecare vouchers
• WeCare Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family
• Company sick pay scheme
• Enhanced family‑friendly benefits
• Office fruit & snacks
• Team social events

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

We’re looking for someone with experience working with Electrical and/or Technical building systems along with a solid understanding of the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (Electrical Installation 2322‑22). If you have an IOSH Working Safely qualification or other recognised Health & Safety certifications that would be great! You will have an exceptional standard of work, and the ability to meet deadlines without compromising on quality. Strong problem‑solving skills, the ability to perform under pressure, and excellent communication and interpersonal abilities are essential. You should also be proficient using CAFM systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Our Inclusion Commitments

Our venue is for the fans, the artists, everyone! Attracting a diverse workforce which reflects our local community is what will make our venue the best music venue in the UK! We understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. We are committed to creating a great place to work amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. There is something for everyone at Co‑op Live, come and get involved.

If you do require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. We will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the required skills necessary to fulfil the role.

Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work

We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview.

If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the ‘Eligibility to Work in the UK’ requirements.