About SWG3
SWG3 is one of the UK’s leading independent venues — a place where creativity, community and commerce collide. What began as a group of artists’ studios in a derelict warehouse has now evolved into one of Europe’s most credible and loved multi-discipline arts venues; a collection of atmospheric spaces alive with art, design, music, fashion, food, education and nightlife.
Everyone knows SWG3 for a different reason, in a slightly different way. Sweaty gigs, pulsing club nights, experimental art performances, global brand activations, fashion shows, a studio space — the variety of what goes on here is unparalleled in the city. And, through our exciting and ambitious Masterplan, the company is continuing to grow and evolve in even more ways, becoming a major cultural destination and tourist attraction for Scotland.
About this role
We’re on the lookout for a passionate and experienced Assistant Technical Manager to join our Tech department at SWG3. If you have strong experience within the technical side of Live Events, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
As the Assistant Technical Manager, you should have a solid background working with Audio and Lighting for live events and a great ability to work within a team. Good knowledge of Chamsys, Midas, Allen & Heath, d&b and R1 is desired, but training can be provided if needed. You should be comfortable using Microsoft Office, Outlook and Cloud Storage Services such as OneDrive.
The Assistant Technical Manager works alongside the Technical Manager, and their shared responsibilities include:
Staff Management
- Managing freelance and full-time technicians
- Organising the staff rota
- Overseeing training, and development of new and existing staff, supporting their professional growth
Advancing Events
- Liaising with promoters and organisers ahead of events
- Hiring equipment based on productions needs
- Communicating tech requirements to venue technicians on the ground
- Collaborating with other departments on the running of events
Equipment Maintenance
- Maintaining and repairing equipment
- Organising repairs that cannot be done in-house
- Organising replacements
- Logging repairs and replacements in the venue database
Venue Maintenance
- Ensuring backstage and public facing areas are tidy and safe
- Keeping the equipment storage organised
Compliance
- Complying, and ensuring the entire team’s compliance, with the venues Health & Safety policies and procedures
We are looking for an excellent communicator who enjoys building positive working relationships, supports colleagues and who can remain friendly and calm in the hectic environment of live events. A proactive approach to venue maintenance and a commitment to finding better ways of working are essential.
You should have a good understanding of Health & Safety policies and be able to follow company guidelines as well as using common sense when assessing situations for potential risks.
How to apply
Please send your CV and Cover Letter along with two references to [email protected]. If you have any questions regarding this position, please email [email protected]
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
