Thorpe Park | General Event Technician

RWS Global; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

RWS Global is looking for event technicians to support the Halloween season at Thorpe Park. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, operating technical equipment, and performing installations for various events.

The ideal candidates will have knowledge in entertainment technical systems and be comfortable working in a dynamic environment. The position offers a pay rate of £15 per hour and is expected to run from August to November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical systems for lighting, audio, and video production.
• Understanding of UK Health and Safety Standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Provide technical operation support for events.
• React swiftly to system faults and suggest improvements.

Skills

Knowledge of technical systems

Health and safety legislation

Networking protocols

Experience with audio and lighting systems

Planning and time management

Tools

Power tools

Heavy machinery

Job description

RWS Global is recruiting event technicians to support the Halloween season at Thorpe Park. Contracts start in August and September and run through November 2026.

Key Tasks

Role & Responsibilities

• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and all applicable local and international regulations.
• Serve as a key point of contact for day‑to‑day technical operation and maintenance of RWS Global events, including daily power up/down, show operation, maintenance, fault finding, record keeping, compliance, and monitoring of all technical systems and associated equipment.
• Operate and maintain all technical elements in compliance with health, safety, and legal requirements, company policies, and industry best practices.
• Complete required compliance paperwork and documentation during routine and unplanned system operation and maintenance.
• React swiftly to unforeseen scenarios or system faults, using experience and knowledge to fault find, diagnose, repair, or replace equipment to maintain maximum reliability and availability.
• Suggest system improvements and upgrades, taking ownership of all areas of control to innovate and deliver excellent experiences to clients and guests.
• Perform all aspects of install and strike in accordance with industry standards and safety best practices.
• Install, wire, and de‑rig technical equipment as required, both indoors and outdoors.
• Champion high standards in technical system installation, operation, and safety.
• Review show reports and technical feedback to proactively address technical issues.
• Contribute to a positive and professional working environment that supports learning and excellence.

Qualifications & Skills

• Knowledge, experience and training in entertainment industry technical systems, including lighting, audio, video, show control, electronics, and effects equipment.
• Working knowledge, training in, or general understanding of industry-specific health and safety legislation.
• Working knowledge of ethernet/IP network‑based entertainment technical control systems and IT networking protocols.
• Knowledge and experience with systems such as Behringer and Yamaha digital sound desks, wireless microphones & IEMs, Chroma Q and Chamsys lighting systems, Medialon, QSYS, and Q Lab.
• Planning, scheduling, and time‑management skills.

Experience

• Knowledge of all technical elements associated with commercial and theatrical lighting, audio, and video production systems and installation.
• Knowledge of holiday lighting products, installation techniques, hardware specifications, and low‑voltage system installation.
• Expertise with power tools, ladders, heavy machinery, aerial work platforms, electricity, and all applicable UK Health and Safety Standards.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to quickly develop trusting, productive relationships with clients, vendors, staff, and partners.
• Valid UK full driver’s licence is desirable but not essential.
• Self‑motivation with the ability to work independently.
• Comfortability operating heavy equipment and hand tools while onsite, standing for long periods, kneeling, bending, lying down, and working at heights.

Salary

£15 per hour.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At RWS Global, our teams are made of diverse individuals who bring unique perspectives and talents. We actively seek to uplift applicants from a wide range of backgrounds—racial, ethnic, religious, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, socio‑economic status, veteran and disability status, and other intersectional dimensions—to strengthen our culture and achievements. We are committed to ongoing learning and the implementation of programs that promote diversity and inclusion across all areas of employment.