Events Technician - York, Canada - ASM Global

ASM Global

Verified Company

York, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Events Technician - York BarbicanPurpose

To provide events support in the setup and technical delivery of events when required.

Key accountabilities

To assist the Technical Department in the setting up and running of events at the York Barbican.
To be a keyholder for the venue. To open up and lock up as required, including setting and unsetting alarms.
To ensure the correct maintenance of all building technical equipment.
To attend meetings, including technical updates and toolbox talks with the York Barbican team.
As required, undertake tasks outside of your core discipline and work both closely and supportively with other departments, clients and external contractors.
To use relevant PPE as required for working activities in line with method statements and safe systems of work.
The role will also involve setting up events at the venue, some of which will involve overnight turnarounds. The post holder may be required to be Team Leader with a team of casual staff on these occasions.
The post holder will also be required to be a Duty Technician on some shows and events, as selected by the Technical Manager.
Promote a positive health and safety culture and ensure all work activities comply with ASM Global Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Following risk assessments and method statements.
Completing incident forms for accidents or near misses or events which require reporting.
Remaining vigilant of unforeseen hazards and risks to oneself and others.
Support sustainability initiatives, environmental compliance and support measures for increased efficiency and minimising impact.
To undertake any other relevant duties commensurate with the level of responsibility of the role as assigned by the Technical and Buildings Manager and Deputy Technical and Buildings Manager.
To work as required, according to a rota which may require working at any time of the day or night and any day of the week.
Solid understanding of technical requirements in midlarge sized touring venues, including Sound, Lighting, and AV.
To undertake activities both supervised and unsupervised, delivering constantly high standards.
To demonstrate high quality conduct and communications with staff, visitors and clients at all times.
Able to work to strict deadlines with the ability to prioritise a range of tasks.
Smart appearance and presentation.
Detail oriented.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
The ability to effectively manage own time.
Excellent organisational and planning skills.
The ability to work flexibly whilst under pressure.
Demonstrate a positive attitude toward learning new skills and undertaking training.
Working in a team environment.
A good level of awareness of health and safety issues.
General repairs.
Some experience of working or being involved in the production, organisation or delivery of live events (desirable).

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Knowledge and Qualifications :
Solid understanding of technical requirements in mid-large sized touring venues, including Sound, Lighting, and AV.

Skills:

To undertake activities both supervised and unsupervised, delivering constantly high standards.
To demonstrate high quality conduct and communications with staff, visitors and clients at all times.
Able to work to strict deadlines with the ability to prioritise a range of tasks.
Smart appearance and presentation.
Detail oriented.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
The ability to effectively manage own time.
Excellent organisational and planning skills.
The ability to work flexibly whilst under pressure.
Demonstrate a positive attitude toward learning new skills and undertaking training.

Experience:

Working in a team environment.
A good level of awareness of health and safety issues.
General repairs.
Some experience of working or being involved in the production, organisation or delivery of live events (desirable).

Benefits:

25 days annual leave
Life Assurance
Pension
Healthshield health cash plan benefit
Employee Assistance Programme

General information:

Due to the nature of the role there will be a requirement to work weekends, evenings and public holidays.

The role will involve physical labour tasks including manual handling and working at height.

Additionally, there will be occasions where the Maintenance & Events Technician will be required to work at other venues operated by ASM Global.

How to Apply

Please download and complete the Employment Application Form.

Submit your completed forms to:
Position
Events Technician
Salary
Competitive
Working Hours
37.5 hours per week
Location
York BarbicanClosing Date