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Events Technician

The Rep and Library of Birmingham
Full-time
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UVB Job Profile

Job Title:Events TechnicianDepartment:Events: Technical
Contract Type:Casual Worker AgreementSalary:£13.45 per hour (Real Living Wage)
Hours:As and when requiredReports to:Technical Project Manager
Role Summary The Events Technician works as part of a team to deliver the technical
requirements for all events for UVB across The Rep and Library of Birmingham.
Main Responsibilities Ensure the smooth and safe running of technical operations for the events.
● Eff ciently and competently set-up, run and de-rig, re-set lighting, sound, AV and stage equipment for events.
Efficient and effective communication with UVB's technical team and the clients on all physical and technical matters relating to events.
Provision of excellent customer service to clients and visitors to events in UVB's venues and spaces.
Operating sound or graphics equipment for the delivery of events. Liaise with clients (Library, catering, REP, third party hirers) regarding the
physical and technical specifcations of their events. Ensure good housekeeping of the events spaces.
Perform minor repairs and maintenance on technical equipment.
Close liaison with other technical departments to promote a safe working
environment and positive health and safety culture. Manage resources effectively, maximising income and minimising
expenditure wherever possible.
Maintain a high standard of appearance when working with the public. Liaise with relevant Library of Birmingham staf as and when necessary.
Aid the Events Managers on occasion with the operational delivery of
events. Support and promote all company policy, with specifc attention to Equality
& Diversity, Customer Care, Health & Safety and Data Protection. Ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times with particular regard to the health, safety and welfare of customers, visitors, staff and
The duties and responsibilities set out should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. Post- holder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined responsibilities appropriate to the level of the role.
Accountabilities
You will be responsible for...
N/A
Person Specification
You must have.. Experience in a similar role. ●
Experience communicating with organizers and delegates. Organisational skills and ability to co-ordinate several events at once. Good verbal skills Computer literate in Microsoft Off ce
Ability to problem solve in high-pressure situations Positive, proactive, self-motivated and flexible approach
Ability to cope with physically demanding work A willingness to work evenings, overnight and at weekends when necessary
Comfortable working at heights
A desire to learn and develop Be able to show initiative and resilience when dealing with change
If you do not demonstrate that you meet these minimum criteria, you may not be shortlisted.
It'd be great if you had... Experience with QLab ●
BTEC National Certificate First Aid certifcate