Conference Technician Team Leader
Salary £28,142 - £32,061 per annum | 37 hours per week | Permanent, Full-time | Conferencing Technician | Team Leader
We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Conference Technician Team Leader to join our dynamic Conference team.
Based primarily at County Hall, Preston , this role involves travel to various sites across Lancashire and reports directly to the Business Development and Technical Operations Manager .
As a skilled technician with strong audio-visual expertise, you’ll understand the importance of managing multiple technical setups for a wide range of meetings and events. Your responsibilities will include:
- Room setups and equipment testing
- Supporting hybrid and webcast meetings
- Managing staging, lighting, video production, and live broadcasting
- Producing podcasts
Delivering a high-level conference and events service for both internal and external clients.
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In addition to your technical capabilities, you’ll lead and supervise the day-to-day operations of our technical team. This includes overseeing the delivery of meetings, conferences, and formal council committee sessions, ensuring all AV elements are executed to a high standard.
You’ll also be responsible for:
- Maintaining accurate records and producing technical guidance and reports
- Contributing to senior management discussions
Collaborating closely with our Digital Services colleagues to support AV infrastructure and hybrid meeting equipment installations
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Strong verbal and written communication skills, confident interpersonal abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for success in this role.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Conducting quality checks on AV and webcast equipment
- Managing kit inventory across multiple locations
Supporting high-profile events across the county, which may require occasional travel
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Please note: This role requires a valid UK driving licence and qualifies for essential car user status .
While the role primarily operates Monday to Friday, flexibility is required to support occasional evening and weekend events based on client and event needs.
Please provide a CV and cover letter to demonstrate your relevant experience that makes you a suitable candidate for this role. If you have any questions, please contact Sophie Leadbetter on 01772 530854 or email [email protected] .
We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.
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