At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage technical teams for exciting live events and exhibitions.
- Company: Join a fast-paced, growing live events business with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and great perks like private medical insurance.
- Other info: Clear progression opportunities and a supportive team atmosphere await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile projects while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Strong technical background in audio, video, lighting, and LED systems required.
The predicted salary is between 47500 - 55000 £ per year.
Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.
Location: Chessington or Islington Office (depending on proximity)
Salary: £47,500 – £55,000
Additional Earnings: Bonus up to £2,000 + Commission up to £5,000
Working Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 5:30pm | Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
Flexibility: Flexi-time available with possible remote working options
Overview
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Technical Manager to join our growing live events and exhibitions team. This is a senior-level position suited to someone with a strong technical background across audio, video, lighting, and LED systems, combined with excellent operational and leadership skills. The role will involve overseeing the technical and operational delivery of a wide range of exhibitions and live events, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and leading large freelance technical teams across complex event environments. You will play a key role in project planning, crew management, technical delivery, health & safety compliance, and supporting business growth through client-facing involvement and technical consultation. This is a hands-on position for someone who is equally comfortable leading from the front on-site as they are planning behind the scenes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate large freelance technical teams, ensuring all operational, safety, and production-critical briefings are delivered before setup and live operations.
- Plan and manage crew logistics including technical crew, local crew, vehicles, scheduling, and project resource allocation across multiple live projects.
- Oversee technical, scenic, LED, and rigging installations from setup through to safe derig and removal.
- Produce technical schematics, cable calls, floor plans, and relevant health & safety documentation for live events and exhibitions.
- Train, mentor, and develop internal team members, including creating structured training plans and supporting technical progression.
- Work closely with account managers, sales teams, and other departments to advise on complex technical solutions and support new business opportunities.
- Manage event budgets, project timelines, and on-site technical delivery while maintaining exceptional client and operational standards.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Strong knowledge of live event health & safety regulations and procedures
- Excellent technical knowledge across audio, video, lighting, rigging, and power systems
- Experience configuring and working with LED video wall systems
- Understanding of lighting design principles and illumination calculations
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience working with LED video walls
- Previous experience within live events and technical project management environments
- Ability to confidently lead crews and troubleshoot technical issues on-site
Preferred Qualifications
- AutoCAD experience (2+ years preferred)
- Experience producing technical drawings and event schematics
- Exposure to exhibitions, corporate events, and large-scale live productions
Benefits
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Holiday buy & sell scheme
- Flexi-time working
- Time back in lieu for weekend or bank holiday work
- Private medical insurance
- Travel expenses covered
- Company pension scheme
- Monthly 1-1 development meetings
- Clear progression opportunities after 2–3 years
- Referral programme
- Company sick pay
- Free flu jabs
- Cycle to work scheme
- Company events
- Bereavement leave
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and growing live events business where you'll have genuine influence on project delivery, team development, and technical standards across high-profile exhibitions and events.
If interested please contact Rebecca Barnes-Hudson.
Senior Technical Manager - Live Events in West Bromwich employer: SER (Staffing) Ltd
Join a dynamic and innovative live events company that prioritises employee growth and development, offering clear progression opportunities and a supportive work culture. With flexible working options, competitive salary packages, and a range of benefits including private medical insurance and a holiday buy & sell scheme, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the live events industry. Located in Chessington or Islington, you'll be part of a collaborative team that values your expertise and encourages professional advancement.
