Technical Coordinator

Reading Students' Union; Reading; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A student union organization in Reading seeks a Technical Services and Production Coordinator to oversee technical delivery for events. Responsibilities include managing sound, lighting, and production equipment, supervising student staff, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates have experience in technical production for large events and a passion for creating engaging student experiences. This full-time position includes evening and weekend work, along with competitive benefits like professional development and generous annual leave.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience delivering sound, lighting, and technical production for large scale events.
• Experience setting up and maintaining technical equipment to a high standard.
• Understanding of health & safety and compliance for technical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead on delivery of sound, lighting, décor and technical setups for events.
• Support club nights, live events, and external hires.
• Manage and support technical staff, including training and development.

Skills

Sound and lighting production

Staff supervision

Organizational skills

Health & safety compliance

Education

Relevant technical qualifications

Job description

About Reading Students’ Union

Reading Students’ Union (RSU) exists to represent, support, and enhance the experience of students at the University of Reading. Through a combination of representation, activities, and commercial services, RSU reinvests income back into services that directly benefit students.

Our commercial operations play a vital role in generating sustainable income while delivering high-quality, student-focused experiences across our venues, events, and services.

Technical Services and Production Coordinator

Department: Commercial Services
Location: University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus, Reading, Berkshire
Salary: Circa £26,724.79
Contract: Full Time - Permanent, 37.5 hours per week (annualised)
Evening and weekend working required
Reports to: Trading Operations Manager
Responsible for: Technical Student Staff

Closing Date : Monday, 9th February, 2026

Role Purpose

The Technical Services and Co-ordinator is responsible for the delivery and coordination of all technical services, including sound, lighting, venue décor and production equipment, across Reading Students’ Union venues, events, and entertainments.

The role ensures technical provision is safe, reliable, and consistently high quality, while also bringing creativity, energy, and vibrancy to RSU’s events, helping to deliver exceptional experiences and lasting memories for students and guests. Check out our exciting new strategyand candidate information pack.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Technical Delivery & Event Experience

• Lead on the delivery of sound, lighting, décor and technical set‑ups for all venues, events, and entertainments
• Support club nights, live events, Freshers’ activities, conferences, and external hires
• Use creative technical solutions to enhance the look, sound, atmosphere, and impact of events
• Ensure technical requirements are planned and delivered in line with event objectives

Equipment & Technical Resources

• Maintain oversight of all technical and production equipment
• Maintain accurate inventories and coordinate repairs, servicing, and replacements
• Support planning for future technical investment

Partnership Working

• Work closely with the Events and Partnerships Manager and Trading Operations
• Collaborate with Venue Managers to ensure venues are technically prepared and deliver exceptional events.
• Liaise with external suppliers, artists, promoters, and contractors
• Provide technical guidance to internal teams and student groups
• Working closely with the Estates Manager to support venue upkeep and room set ups

People & Student Staff

• Line‑manage and support technical and crew student staff, including recruitment, training, rotas, and development
• Foster an inclusive, professional technical team culture

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with health & safety, licensing, and RSU policies
• Promote safe systems of work and best practice

Person Specification – Technical Services Co-ordinator

Essential

• Experience delivering sound, lighting, and or technical production for large scale events.
• Experience setting up and maintaining technical equipment to a high standard
• Experience supervising or supporting staff or student teams
• Understanding of health & safety and compliance for technical equipment.
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends

Desirable

• Experience in delivery of students’ unions, venues, or events
• Experience supporting large-scale events, festivals or
• Relevant technical qualifications
• Experience working with external promoters or production suppliers
• IOSH / NEBOSH / SIA / First Aid qualifications

Why Join Us?

• Inclusive and supportive team culture
• 35 days annual leave including Christmas and Easter closure days
• Professional development opportunities
• Unique working environment in the heart of a vibrant Student’s Union, set on a stunning, green campus.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today and help us deliver outstanding services and experiences for our student community!