Engineer - Audio

Main Functions

• Drive and continuously improve audio technical standards and best practices within the company.
• Collaborate with Audio team members to review departmental progress, system performance, and technical requirements.
• Research new audio technologies, equipment, and industry developments, and cascade relevant knowledge to the team.
• Train, supervise, and mentor Technicians and Crew in the safe setup, operation, and maintenance of audio equipment.
• Work as part of the Audio team both on-site and off-site across multiple event scales.
• Configure and optimize audio systems at an advanced level, including system tuning and alignment.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of professional audio equipment, staying up to date with the latest consoles, loudspeaker systems, RF technologies, and audio networking.
• Lead by example, maintaining consistent performance and professional conduct at all times.
• Interact directly with clients on site in a professional, customer-oriented manner.
• Run audio for shows of all sizes, including operation, on-site management, and leading Audio Technicians and Crew.
• Manage audio projects and teams at department level in the absence of a Project Manager.
• Assist Project Managers with audio planning, system design, and equipment specification for events.
• Provide technical and operational support to the Head of Department.
• Report all defective or damaged audio equipment to the Head of Department.
• Clean, test, maintain, prep, and repair audio equipment prior to deployment.
• Monitor, fault-find, and repair audio systems during live events as required.
• Identify and rectify audio equipment failures in line with company standards.
• Perform repairs on professional and high-end audio equipment where appropriate.
• Build and install audio systems on site independently, following approved system layouts and drawings.
• Set up, test, and operate audio systems including FOH, monitors, RF, and playback systems.
• Load and unload audio equipment safely and efficiently.
• Clean and correctly store audio equipment after events.
• Rig and de-rig audio equipment safely, in accordance with safety procedures.
• Conduct annual inventory of audio equipment in line with company procedures.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and wear appropriate PPE at all times.
• Report all HSE concerns or incidents to the Group HSE Manager.
• Comply with company policies, rules, and procedures.
• Perform other audio-related duties within the scope of the role as assigned by the direct supervisor.