Tech Crew Team Member

Dundee University Students’ Association; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A university student association in Dundee is seeking a Tech Crew team member to support in the setup and operation of AV and staging for various events. Ideal for creative individuals with event experience and a strong commitment to health and safety. Flexibility in working hours is essential, as late nights and weekends are part of the role. Training opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• AV (or associated technology) or theatre design experience.
• Health and safety knowledge.
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and dismantle sound, light, AV equipment.
• Comply with health and safety TRAs.
• Maintain and secure equipment.
• Load in and load out performers’ equipment.

Skills

Experience of sound/light/AV/staging for events

Resourceful with highly developed problem-solving skills

IT literate

Confident in manual-handling and working at height

Flexibility to working hours

Job description

Purpose

The Tech Crew team member is a position within the Hospitality and Events team. DUSA has recently been expanding the repertoire of events and often collaborates with student groups to deliver student-led club nights and other events. The Tech Crew team member will work under the direction of the Tech Supervisor to support with the design, set‑up, operation and dismantling of sound, light, AV equipment, staging, décor and props. This is an ideal role for someone who is creative and likes to use a variety of skills. There will be training and development opportunities.

The Role

• To set up, operate and dismantle sound, light, AV equipment, staging, décor, and props.
• To comply with departmental health and safety TRAs and approved codes of practice.
• To ensure the cleaning, maintenance, storage, and security of equipment.
• To report defective or missing equipment.
• To load in and load out performers’, contractors’, and clients’ equipment.
• Carry out any other appropriate duties which may be considered necessary by line management.

The Person

• Experience of sound/light/AV/staging for events.
• Confident in manual‑handling and working at height.
• Experience of working with power tools.
• Understanding of Health and Safety and electrical safety.
• Flexibility to working hours, with ability to work late nights and weekends.
• IT literate.
• Resourceful with highly developed problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Adaptable, accommodating, helpful and able to respond promptly and effectively to emerging issues.
• Can do attitude and team player.
• Take initiative on self‑development to update and develop your skills and abilities.

Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience

Essential

• AV (or associated technology) or theatre design experience.
• Health and safety knowledge.
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
• Ability to work flexible hours.