Technician (107171-0325)

For informal enquiries, please contact Ian O’Donoghue (Technical Supervisor) at I.F.C.O-Donoghue@warwick.ac.uk

We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis, even where a position is advertised as full-time, unless there are operational or other objective reasons why it is not possible to do so.  

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technician with a live events background and passion for learning to become a key member of a dedicated team, working in a vibrant and varied higher education environment.

Applications are invited from candidates for this permanent full time (36.5 hours per week) post in the School of Creative Arts, Performance and Visual Cultures (SCAPVC). Applications from those wishing to job share or work part time will be considered.

About You

As Technician, the successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient day to day installation, operation, and maintenance of much of SCAPVC’s equipment in its specialist areas, crucial to the delivery of practice-based course-work and wider event support.

By mentoring undergraduate students, the post holder will be offering training in valuable transferable skills.

The post holder will liaise with students and teaching staff to discuss the feasibility and the development of a wide range of projects, offering support and training where necessary, and ensuring the relevant spaces and equipment are available for rehearsals and presentations. The post holder will work closely with the Technical Supervisor regarding any maintenance, operational or development issues, the upkeep of consumable stock and the development of specialist areas and equipment.

Significant entertainment industry experience is required, as well as the ability to work independently and communicate well with designers and artists concerning the planning, installation and operation of a range of performance media. A sound technical background in live production arts is crucial. Design experience is advantageous. Occasional weekend and evening work will be required.

For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 24th March 2025 at 11.55pm

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.

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