Job Title: Technical Operations Manager
Location: High Wycombe
Salary: £45,000-£50,000 plus bonus
Benefits: Bonuses, 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension, overtime
About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive and resourceful Technical Operations Manager to work within a varied role managing a team of lighting technicians, logistics and production management for trade shows, inventory management, and building maintenance for a warehouse and product demonstration facility in High Wycombe. Strong managerial experience along with knowledge of entertainment lighting systems would be essential to ensure success within this role.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Team Management:
o Lead and manage a team of 1-2 lighting technicians.
o Provide guidance and support for technical setups, ensuring all staff perform to the highest standards.
2. Technical Operations:
o Oversee the setup and maintenance of demo rooms, ensuring all equipment is clean, functional, and show-ready.
o Supervise the maintenance of shutters and building systems.
o Schedule and oversee trade shows, training days, and demonstrations.
o Manage inventory, ensuring all equipment is accounted for and in optimal condition.
o Prioritise workload, managing expectations on requests from internal staff.
3. Production Management:
o Coordinate and oversee technical requirements for trade shows, product demonstrations and training events.
o Arrange transportation for equipment and staff to trade shows as required.
4. Customer Service:
o Ensure the client area is prepared for any visitors.
o Conduct regular checks to ensure everything is working and client-ready.
5. Building Maintenance:
o Supervise ongoing maintenance tasks, ensuring the facility is always in excellent condition.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Strong knowledge of entertainment lighting systems.
* Proven experience in production or technical management.
* Ability to oversee building maintenance and technical operations.
* Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage high-pressure situations.
* Full UK Driving License.
* Right to work in the UK.
Preferred Experience:
* Experience in managing technical teams within the entertainment or event lighting sector.
* Background in theatre or event production, with an understanding of trade show requirements.
Package:
£45K - £50K Salary
Bonus paid twice a year (up to £5,000 annually).
23 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Pension contributions.
Paid overtime.
How to Apply:
Simply click apply or contact Jake Voisey on the details provided.
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