At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team managing AV systems at iconic Chelsea venues and events.
- Company: Join the legendary Chelsea FC, a club with a rich history and commitment to excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible hours required, including match days and events.
- Why this job: Be part of a winning team and enhance your skills in a dynamic sports environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in AV management, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 34650 - 42350 £ per year.
Location – Stamford Bridge, Cobham and Kingsmeadow
Permanent Role
Hours – 35 hours per week (5 of 7 days)
About Us:
As a member of the Chelsea team you will become part of a long and proud history in the heart of iconic west London, which dates back to the club’s founding in 1905. Since that time the club has won every major domestic and international trophy, being crowned English, European and world champions in the process. Chelsea are a club which proudly strives to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch, as shown by the further success of our Women’s and Academy sides, as well as the excellent work in the community undertaken by the Chelsea Foundation, while engaging with our many supporters from a wide range of backgrounds at home in the UK and around the world.
If you’re motivated and want to help us win more trophies, you’ve got a place here at Chelsea!
What We’re Looking For:
Managing the audio-visual systems at the club’s three sites (Stamford Bridge, Kingsmeadow, Cobham Training Grounds). The AV Manager will lead a team of three AV technicians to ensure that all audio-visual equipment is properly maintained and operated. This is a 5 out of 7 role, and presence is required for all the club’s matches and events.
Brief description and duties:
- Manage the team of AV technicians, providing guidance, support and training as needed
- Oversee the sourcing, maintenance, operation and repair of all audio-visual equipment, including the in-house PA and Safety PA systems, AV control room, advertising boards, advertising totems and screens at all three sites.
- Source/Maintain/control and operate in-house IPTV System across all sites (including messaging and screen setup)
- Maintenance and operation (when DJ unavailable) of in-house PA and care of Safety PA systems
- Coordinate the setup and operation of audio-visual equipment for events, including press conferences, matches and other internal or public events.
- Monitor and maintain inventory of audio-visual equipment, ensuring that all necessary equipment is available for events.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for the proper use and maintenance of audio-visual equipment.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure the smooth operation of audio-visual systems at the club.
- Stay up to date with developments in audio-visual technology and recommend improvements as needed.
- Assist outside broadcast units (matchdays and events)
- Respond to IT ServiceDesk assigned jobs
- Pre-Match checks of all systems
- Match day/Pitch event/Open day attendance to ensure smooth operation of all systems
- Respond to requests from Customers via telephone & e-mail and via the IT Servicedesk
- Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times
- Deal with contractors and in-house services to ensure delivery of projects
- Provide technical expertise to the procurement process including system design and completion of sales / tender documentation.
- Attend meetings with Clients when required
- Manage AV Technician (allocate work/training/PDP’s)
Must Haves/qualified by demonstrable experience to the level required:
- Substantial experience in AV Management or related field
- Diverse knowledge and understanding of AV solutions from meeting room & collaboration to digital signage
- Effective leadership and management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in audio-visual equipment, including installation, operation and maintenance
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
- Knowledge of audio-video related health and safety regulations and best practices
- Knowledge of UEFA and Premier league AV regulations
- Flexibility, able to respond to changing requirements
What We Offer:
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.
Chelsea FC and the Foundation is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.
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