Senior Live Sound Engineer — Concert Venues

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West seeks a Senior Sound Engineer to lead setup, operation, and maintenance of live sound systems for concerts and events. You will ensure crystal-clear audio, manage equipment, and collaborate with artists and staff to meet demanding sound specifications.

The role requires deep acoustics knowledge, hands-on problem solving, and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as events dictate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of proven experience in live sound reinforcement for music venues or concerts.
• Deep knowledge of audio consoles, DAWs, mics, speakers, processing, and networking.
• Proficient at troubleshooting and repairing audio gear as needed.
• Ability to read schematics and stage plots accurately.
• Strong listening skills and attention to audio detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain professional sound systems for live events.
• Conduct sound checks and mix live feeds for optimal balance.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during events and mitigate outages.
• Manage inventory and ensure equipment is in excellent condition.
• Collaborate with artists, organizers, and staff to meet audio specs.
• Read technical diagrams and venue plots for accurate deployment.
• Stay updated on new audio tech and practices.
• Provide guidance to junior technicians and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Live sound reinforcement

Acoustics knowledge

Troubleshooting

Reading technical diagrams

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Audio Engineering degree

Tools

Audio consoles

DAWs

Microphones

Speakers

Signal processing

Networking

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West seeks a Senior Sound Engineer to lead setup, operation, and maintenance of live sound systems for concerts and events. You will ensure crystal-clear audio, manage equipment, and collaborate with artists and staff to meet demanding sound specifications.

The role requires deep acoustics knowledge, hands-on problem solving, and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as events dictate.