Events Technician
CV-LibraryBolton, Greater ManchestertemporaryPosted: 16 June 2026
Apply NowBelmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Theatre and Venue Technician to join a busy and dynamic venue team on a temporary assignment. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Overview:
The role holder will be responsible for providing technical support across a diverse programme of events, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of performances, productions and venue activities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician with a strong background in theatre, live events or venue operations.
Main Duties:
* Provide technical support for theatre productions, concerts, comedy performances, conferences and community events
* Set up, operate and maintain lighting, sound and audiovisual equipment
* Assist with stage management, scenery changes and event changeovers
* Support visiting production companies and performers with technical requirements
* Carry out routine inspections and basic maintenance of technical equipment
* Ensure all technical operations are delivered in accordance with health and safety procedures
* Assist with the preparation and operation of venue spaces for a variety of events
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and event organisers to ensure successful event delivery
* Support the smooth running of events, including evening and weekend activities where required
Essential Criteria:
* Previous experience working as a Theatre Technician, Venue Technician, Stage Technician, Lighting Technician, Sound Technician or in a similar technical events role
* Experience operating lighting, sound and audiovisual systems within a theatre, venue or live events environment
* Good understanding of health and safety requirements within technical and production settings
* Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends where required
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV
Overview:
The role holder will be responsible for providing technical support across a diverse programme of events, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of performances, productions and venue activities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician with a strong background in theatre, live events or venue operations.
Main Duties:
* Provide technical support for theatre productions, concerts, comedy performances, conferences and community events
* Set up, operate and maintain lighting, sound and audiovisual equipment
* Assist with stage management, scenery changes and event changeovers
* Support visiting production companies and performers with technical requirements
* Carry out routine inspections and basic maintenance of technical equipment
* Ensure all technical operations are delivered in accordance with health and safety procedures
* Assist with the preparation and operation of venue spaces for a variety of events
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and event organisers to ensure successful event delivery
* Support the smooth running of events, including evening and weekend activities where required
Essential Criteria:
* Previous experience working as a Theatre Technician, Venue Technician, Stage Technician, Lighting Technician, Sound Technician or in a similar technical events role
* Experience operating lighting, sound and audiovisual systems within a theatre, venue or live events environment
* Good understanding of health and safety requirements within technical and production settings
* Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends where required
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV