Technician, University of Kent

Working as part of a technical support team providing a comprehensive, immediate and specialised support service for external promoters and hirers, staff and students, the role of Technician helps to deliver timely and effective specialised levels of service to visiting artists and other venue user groups. Reflecting a higher ability and skill level, a technician works autonomously and solves complex problems. 

 A Technician will have a good understanding of Health and Safety protocols and procedures and will ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times. A Technician will support the effective and efficient operation of general facilities and resources having day to day oversight of both availability and service levels.

 As a Technician you can expect to be involved in : 

Working on own initiative and with minimal supervision. Using a well-developed working technical knowledge to help solve problems independently, maintaining the working environment and raising any complex issues with more senior staffTo interpret professional technical riders before and during live performances to ensure successful event delivery.Planning and performing activities independently using a range of techniques, sometimes working from a limited briefLiaising with artists, staff, students and visitors, as well as dealing with routine external service providers to ensure facilities and equipment are kept operational. Work collaboratively with other members of the team.Operating technical equipment, assisting venue users, staff and students. Undertake routine maintenance tasks, fault finding and basic repairs.

 What will you bring to the role ?

Educated to A level or equivalent qualification or experienceProven experience of working in a technical theatre role Relevant theoretical knowledge in a related work area Experience of theatre production equipment and technology Experience and knowledge of theatre sound: recording to and from a range of sources, live music mixing and operating sound for live performances 

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs)43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributionsCorporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact [email protected] quoting reference number CSF -1135-26 

Closing Date: 22 Feb 2026

Section: Technical

Salary: £27,319 to £30,378 per annum pro rata