Senior Mechanical Integrator - Permanent Installation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension scheme with employer contributions

Life assurance (4x salary)

Medicash health cashback plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Cycle to Work scheme

Paid annual leave starting at 23 days

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a Senior Mechanical Integrator to lead technical efforts for fixed-installation projects in Haverhill. This role combines hands-on expertise with strategic planning to ensure high-quality delivery in world-class venues.

The successful candidate will manage a multidisciplinary team, enhance operational capabilities, and ensure mechanical work meets the highest standards. Opportunities for onsite support of international projects may occur.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical integration knowledge from the entertainment or industrial sectors.
• Proficient in leading technical installation project teams.
• Experience in coordinating work with fabrication and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a multi-disciplinary technical team in mechanical integration.
• Ensure high standards of safety and quality in project delivery.
• Facilitate 1-on-1 meetings focusing on support and career development.

Skills

Mechanical integration knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Understanding of automation technology

Project management experience

Education

NVQ, HND, or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

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.

Job Purpose

The Senior Mechanical Integrator provides technical leadership for the successful delivery of TAIT's complex fixed-installation projects, supporting world-class venues including theatres, entertainment venues, and cruise ships. Combining hands‑on expertise with strategic planning, this role leads mechanical integration activities from concept through delivery while developing a high‑performing integration team.

Based primarily in Haverhill, the Senior Mechanical Integrator plays a key role in strengthening operational capability and delivery performance for new‑build fixed‑market projects. Working closely with Engineering, Project Management, Fabrication, QHSE, and Project Leaders, they ensure mechanical integration work is planned, executed safely, and delivered to the highest quality standards.

This role focuses on building internal capability through technical leadership, coaching, and continuous improvement. The Senior Mechanical Integrator supports team development, improves project handovers, drives safety and quality standards, and helps reduce reliance on external labour by developing a skilled, reliable in‑house team.

While primarily Haverhill‑based, the role also offers opportunities to support onsite installations and international projects as required.

Job Responsibilities

Team management, coaching, and professional development

• Facilitate check‑ins and 1on1 meetings with direct reports focusing on support, career development and growth.
• Manages new employee probationary periods.
• Responsible for onboarding and coaching of new mechanical team members, freelancers, and project‑assigned labour.
• Monitors & approves working time and variable hours to ensure compliance with all regional working time laws and business needs.
• Monitors & approves expenses to prevent project budget overages.
• Promotes and builds a strong culture for the department around high‑performance teamwork and mindful leadership skills.

Project Leadership

• Point person for team and organization during early phases of project implementation, bidding, and technical execution.
• Works with leadership to staff the right person, on the right project, at the right time.
• Coordinates shift assignments, time‑off requests, and scheduling changes while minimizing conflicts.
• Maintains connection with project teams to provide technical support and escalation path.
• Jumps in to assist with technical delivery for risky/complex projects and elements.
• Champions safety across department for activities both in the shop and on site.
• Coordinate mechanical and controls integration readiness for assembly, FAT, strip‑down, packing, installation preparation, and mobilisation.

Department & facility alignment and development

• Completes local department initiatives in alignment with larger department goals and objectives.
• Assists in coordinating and leading project kick‑off meetings and post‑project reviews.
• Maintains responsibility for project hour estimates and team’s actual hours to proactively address potential overages, scope creep, and delays.
• Builds strong relationships with other departments, clients, technicians, and other external stakeholders while promoting TAIT’s reputation for excellence.
• Provide local escalation support for integration risks, safety concerns, quality issues, and resource constraints.

People Management / Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a multi‑disciplinary technical team, providing regular feedback, performance evaluation, and support aligned with Achieves capability framework.
• Promote a culture of psychological safety, inclusion, accountability, and high‑performance teamwork.
• Support workforce planning, staffing decisions, and resource forecasting to enable efficient and safe project delivery.
• Reinforce TAIT leadership expectations, ensure clear communication, and model mindful leadership practices.

Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of entertainment and industrial automation technology.
• Subject matter expert in mechanical systems, industry codes, standards, and installation best practices.
• Advanced understanding of electromechanical systems, mechanical assemblies, and precision installation techniques.
• Working knowledge of controls and electrical systems is desirable, but not essential.
• Experience in the theatre and/or entertainment industry.
• Demonstrated communication and leadership skills with multi‑lingual and multi‑national teams.
• Previous experience leading and managing a technical team.
• Ability to coach developing team members and raise consistency across a growing team.
• Ability to assess mechanical installation risk and translate that into labour, schedule, tooling, access, and safety requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• NVQ, HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is preferred. Equivalent experience gained through the entertainment, live events, or industrial automation industries, demonstrating strong mechanical integration knowledge, will also be considered.
• Proficient leading project teams in technical system installation and deployment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems integration, installation methodologies, and relevant industry standards.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Experience coordinating work across fabrication, project management, QHSE, controls, electrical, and site delivery teams.

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 23 days, increasing with service
• UK bank holidays

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.