Senior Technician (Electrics)

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Oxford is seeking a Senior Technician (Electrics) to lead technical services across performance spaces. The role requires significant experience in live arts, operational knowledge of lighting systems, and excellent communication skills. You will manage lighting equipment, support artists, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This position offers an excellent pension scheme and extensive annual leave.

Benefits

Excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days' annual leave

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Membership to social and sports clubs

Qualifications

• Significant experience in live arts, music or events.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical testing and maintenance of lighting equipment.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and rigging practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe and effective delivery of technical services.
• Manage and maintain in-house lighting equipment.
• Mentor junior staff and freelance crews.

Skills

Experience as a technician in live arts, music or events

Operational knowledge of lighting, sound and AV systems

Communication skills

Tools

ETC and High End Systems lighting fixtures

ETC Ion XE control surfaces

Job description

Position Overview

Join the University of Oxford at a pivotal moment as we open the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities—a landmark building designed to bring together world‑class research, teaching and cultural engagement. This state‑of‑the‑art facility includes a Concert Hall, Theatre, Cinema, Black Box space, Exhibition Hall, Music Studios and a Rehearsal Hall.

Responsibilities

As Senior Technician (Electrics), you will lead the safe and effective delivery of technical services across our performance and public spaces, acting as the technical lead for lighting systems. You will work with cutting‑edge equipment including a range of ETC and High End Systems lighting fixtures and ETC Ion XE control surfaces, supporting artists, productions and events to deliver exceptional experiences.

You will be responsible for managing and maintaining all in‑house lighting equipment, supporting incoming artists with their designs, mentoring junior staff and freelance crews, promoting best practices in lighting and electrical safety, ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety regulations (including LOLER and working‑at‑height standards), and contributing actively to the planning, upgrades and ongoing technical development of the Centre.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will bring significant experience as a technician in live arts, music or events and excellent operational knowledge of a range of lighting, sound and AV systems. You must have extensive knowledge of electrical testing, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of lighting equipment, relevant Health and Safety regulation, and current rigging and working‑at‑height practices.

You will be a team player with experience of working with a variety of touring companies and corporate clients, have excellent communication skills to liaise with a wide range of faculties, academics, visiting artists & companies, production companies and technical teams, and be able to positively influence the delivery of high standards of service while troubleshooting issues calmly under pressure.

Benefits

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days’ annual leave
• Family leave schemes and a comprehensive range of childcare services
• Cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs