Technician - Music

ESF Educational Services Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery College in Hong Kong is seeking a Music Technician to support teachers, ensembles and school performances by setting up audio hardware and managing recording. This role collaborates with staff to deliver the music curriculum and run school events.

The ideal candidate has a background in sound engineering and at least two years of relevant experience, with strong IT and organisational skills, and the ability to communicate in English.

Qualifications

• Minimum education in sound engineering or music-related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in music/AV environments.

Responsibilities

• Setting up for performances, conducting sound checks, monitoring equipment during performances and packing up afterwards.
• Recording live concerts and saving and sharing audio files.
• Serving as audio engineer for school concerts, assemblies, musicals and other events.
• Moving instruments and AV gear around the College.
• Monitoring and maintaining equipment including leads and instruments.
• Troubleshooting issues as soon as possible.
• Setting up instruments, mobile recording PA, leads and mics; packing up and storage.
• Supporting procurement: sourcing, liaising with teachers and vendors, placing and following up orders.
• Stock taking and maintaining inventories; coordinating peripatetic music tutor programme with Communications Dept.

Skills

Live sound setup

Stage management

IT literacy

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Education

Sound engineering

Music background

Tools

Mixing consoles

PA systems

Audio recording devices

Job description

Discovery College is searching for a Music Technician who plays a vital role in the music culture of Discovery College, supporting the teacher in the classroom, music and school wide concerts and audio requirements and working with staff to help deliver the music curriculum and music ensembles.

Teacher Support

• Assisting classroom teachers with day to day learning activities, including working with students
• Keeping learning spaces neat and tidy
• Moving music equipment between classrooms and learning areas
• Setting up for ensembles
• Printing and photocopying teaching resources
• Maintaining music and ensemble libraries
• Recording student performances and saving this in a safe and accessible place

Technical Support

• Setting up for performances, conducting sound checks, monitoring the equipment during performances and packing up the equipment afterwards
• Recording live concerts and saving and sharing audio files
• Audio engineer for school concerts, assemblies, musicals and other key events
• The movement of instruments and AV gear around the College
• Monitoring and maintaining all equipment in good working order, including leads and instruments
• Troubleshooting to solve problems and issues as soon as possible
• Setting up the instruments, mobile recording PA, leads and mics, and then packing up and storage

Administrative Responsibilities

• Supporting the school’s day to day purchasing procedures
• Assisting in sourcing, liaising between teachers and vendors, placing orders and follow up orders, checking orders when they arrive
• Stock taking and maintaining inventories
• Coordinating the peripatetic music tutor programme with the Communications Department, including student instrument hire
• Managing peripatetic music tutors and maintaining their spaces ready for lessons

Other Responsibilities

• Undertaking duties as the Head of Department or delegated representative may reasonably request
• To perform other duties and assume accountabilities as apparent or as delegated, including mutually agreed upon objectives.

Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.

Qualifications

• Typical reporting relationship Head of Music > Head of Secondary
• Minimum typical education: Relevant educational background in Sound Engineering and preferably Music.
• Minimum typical experience: 2 years relevant experience.

Core Competencies

Able to display strong initiative and self-management skills.

• Has commitment to whole school development
• Excellent organisational, IT and interpersonal skills
• Creative and imaginative thinker, problem solver, flexible, adaptable, capable of considering different perspectives
• Able to contribute to a team and work independently
• Understands that the student/teacher relationship is one of mutual respect
• Excellent display and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate in English is essential. Cantonese would be an advantage
• Committed to professional development and willingness to undertake appropriate training as required
• Positive rapport with students
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality

Development/Training to support role competencies

Development activities To be negotiated as part of the PRD (Professional Reflection & Development) process

Relevant courses To be negotiated as part of the PRD plan

Equal Employment Opportunity

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request. ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international background checks as appropriate), assessment of social media presence, and positive references. In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.

About Us

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds. There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools.

About the Team Grow. Discover. Dream. This vision statement, created by the College community when the school was founded in 2007, recognizes Discovery College's belief that students should be independent, critical and creative thinkers equipped with the skills, attitudes and values to contribute positively in this complex world in which we live.

The College strongly supports all subject areas with a robust academic curriculum, including the performing and creative arts, design and ICT. Technology is embedded across the curriculum, supported by a number of digital literacy staff and a 1:1 laptop programme from Year 6 onwards.

The College's facilities are second to none, with an award-winning design that incorporates an exceptional performing arts centre, gymnasium spaces, 25m rooftop heated swimming pool, library, science labs and design technology rooms.

Our vision is for every student to be the best that they can be. Our mission is to inspire creativity and nurture global citizens and leaders of the future. We do this by creating joyful learning environments, led by a community of exceptional teachers who bring out the best in every child through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.